Dive Haulover Bay, Virgin Islands National Park, USVI

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Another of St. John’s self-guided snorkel trails is located in Haulover Bay. Found in 30 feet of water, the trail leads into dense reef and rocky areas where there are a large number of sea urchins along with a wide array of fish. The trailhead to access Haulover Bay is on the east side of the island’s isthmus, about 3 miles past the Coral Bay Moravian Church. The bay is found after no more than a 150 yard hike on a trail that is easy to follow. Haulover Bay is a great place to visit for the experienced snorkeler. The beach is not sandy but populated with rocky matter which contributes to the extremely clear water. The snorkeling is about as good as it can get in the US Virgin Islands. Large schools of fish, sea turtles, beautiful coral formations and un-crowded conditions make for great in-water experiences. The name Haulover grew from the reality that this area is the narrowest and lowest place on the island separating Coral Bay from the Sir Frances Drake Channel which allowed folks to haul their boats across it in days gone by rather than sail around the end of the island. The west shore of Haulover is a dependable spot for snorkeling. The reef runs from right on shore out to about 15 feet of water. Commonly seen fish on the reef are Tang, Snapper, Grunts, Parrotfish and Angelfish. Under ledges and in holes snorkelers can see Lobsters, Eels and small fish darting in and out of their protected hiding places.

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