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Buck Island Reef National Monument is a protected area encompassing Buck Island, a 176-acre island in the US Virgin Islands. The national monument was established by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 and expanded by President Bill Clinton. The entire national monument covers 880 acres (3.6 sq km), much of it underwater.

Buck Island Reef National Monument preserves the fragile reef around the island. The area is today a popular snorkeling and diving spot. It is rich in marine life, including 250 speices of fish. Other marine life that visitors can come across here include different types of sharks, rays and turtles.


Buck Island, US Virgin Islands
Buck Island, US Virgin Islands
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Visiting Buck Island Reef National Monument, US Virgin Islands

Buck Island Reef National Monument is reached by boat from Christiansted or Green Cay Marina. There are five concession companies providing the arrangement. The national monument is open to visitors all year round but there are no facilities for overnight camping. Apart from boat fee, there are no entrance fees to the site.


Buck Island Reef National Monument, US Virgin Islands
Buck Island Reef National Monument, US Virgin Islands
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