U.S. Virgin Islands
Butler Bay Wrecks
About this Dive Site
Description
Discover the Butler Bay Wrecks, a marine park in St. Croix featuring intentionally sunk vessels like tugboats, a freighter, and an oil barge. These wrecks have blossomed into thriving artificial reefs, attracting a wealth of marine life and offering fascinating exploration for divers.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
January, February, March, October, November, December
Jan
Excellent visibility, ideal for exploring the wall dives and wrecks
Feb
Consistent good visibility, potential for seeing larger pelagics
Mar
Good water clarity, popular for drift diving along the walls
Apr
Warmer water, good for macro photography
More monthly highlights
May
Sea turtle sightings are common, especially around nesting beaches
Jun
Start of the summer season, generally calm seas
Jul
Warmest water temperatures, potential for plankton blooms
Aug
Possibility of brief afternoon showers, but diving is usually unaffected
Sep
Visibility begins to improve as the rainy season ends
Oct
Excellent visibility returns, start of the dry season
Nov
Good conditions for exploring the Frederiksted Pier and other dive sites
Dec
Consistent good visibility, ideal for wreck and wall diving
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