Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge, Saint Croix
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Facts and practical information
Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge preserves habitat for threatened and endangered species, with particular emphasis on the leatherback sea turtle. Its two miles of sandy beaches on the southwest corner of Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands is an ideal nesting place for leatherbacks. The National Wildlife Refuge is open to the public for limited hours on Saturdays and Sundays. ()
Established: 1984 (41 years ago)Visitors per year: 11 thous.Coordinates: 17°40'57"N, 64°53'55"W
Day trips
Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Fort Frederik, Whim, St. George Village Botanical Garden, Frederiksted Historic District.