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National Monument

Buck Island Reef

Snorkeler swimming by Elkhorn Coral at Buck Island Reef NM.
Snorkelers may view Elkhorn Coral at the Underwater Trail, Buck Island Reef NM NPS

Overview

Welcome to Buck Island Reef National Monument, called “the finest marine garden in the Caribbean Sea” by President John F. Kennedy. Snorkel the famous underwater trail, explore endangered elkhorn coral reefs. Hike the trails on the 176-acre island to the observation platform for an unparallel view. Discover a vibrant world above and beneath the waves in this Caribbean paradise.

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Hours

  • Sunday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Monday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Thursday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Friday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Saturday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM

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    Snorkeler swimming by Elkhorn Coral at Buck Island Reef NM.
    Snorkeler swimming by Elkhorn Coral at Buck Island Reef NM.
    Snorkelers in formation departing the concessioner's vessel in route to the underwater trail.
    Snorkelers in formation departing the concessioner's vessel in route to the underwater trail.
    Photograph of the trees and vegetation along the hiking trail on Buck Island
    Photograph of the trees and vegetation along the hiking trail on Buck Island
    Photograph of snorkeler among the coral reefs at Buck Island
    Photograph of snorkeler among the coral reefs at Buck Island
    green sea turtle hatchling on beach heading towards the ocean
    green sea turtle hatchling on beach heading towards the ocean
    Photograph of rainbow at Buck Island
    Photograph of rainbow at Buck Island
    the forest meets the sandy beach and waves
    the forest meets the sandy beach and waves
    view of Buck Island from the water
    view of Buck Island from the water
    fish swimming among the corals
    fish swimming among the corals
    hiking trail wandering through a beachside forest
    hiking trail wandering through a beachside forest