NORTH AMERICA · U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS
Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge
A protected stretch of sand on St Croix where sea turtles nest; access is limited.
Best for wildlife watching
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A little more about Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge
What to expect
This long beach at the western tip of St Croix is a wildlife refuge for nesting leatherback, green and hawksbill turtles. Opening is limited, which keeps the sand pristine.
Getting there
It is about 20 minutes from Frederiksted; access is via a dirt road at the end of Route 66.
Good to know
Check opening hours before you go – the refuge closes during the main turtle nesting season.
Read the full Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge guide ↗Travel gently. Conditions and access rules change – check local guidance and take your litter home.
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Current weather, sea temperature and a 7-day forecast for Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge in U.S. Virgin Islands, updated live. The best months for a beach day here are usually weekends from September to March.
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