- Shelter
- NE, E
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Anchorage off West Beach on Buck Island, about 1.5 miles off the north-east coast of St. Croix, within Buck Island Reef National Monument.
- Beach
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Anchoring is only permitted in the marked area off West Beach, on sand. The spot is sheltered only from the north-east and east. No anchoring inside the lagoon, which is closed to vessels over 42 feet, 12.8 metres; use the moorings provided there.
Practical
The monument, waters included, is open from 7 am to 5 pm every day, so there is no overnight stay. There is no entry fee; check anchoring permit requirements with the park on +1 340 773 1460. Rafting up, fishing and collecting shells or coral are prohibited, and scuba diving is limited to designated areas.
History
President John F. Kennedy proclaimed Buck Island Reef National Monument in 1961 to protect the barrier reef around the island. The monument was enlarged in 2001.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 17.78499, -64.62458 (17°47.10'N 64°37.47'W)
- Country
- U.S. Virgin Islands
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north-east, east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Beach
- Boaters' rating
- 4.6/5
- Updated
- October 14, 2026
Getting there
Buck Island, West Beach lies at 17°47.10'N 64°37.47'W, that is 17.78499, -64.62458 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Buck Island, West Beach sheltered from?
Buck Island, West Beach is sheltered from north-east, east winds.
Can you anchor at Buck Island, West Beach?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Buck Island, West Beach.
How do boaters rate Buck Island, West Beach?
Buck Island, West Beach is rated 4.6/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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