United States Virgin Islands · Spearfishing zone
St. Croix East End Marine Park - Open Zone (Park Wide)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at St. Croix East End Marine Park - Open Zone (Park Wide).
Within the St. Croix East End Marine Park, fishing (including spearfishing) is allowed in the Open Zone, subject to park-wide rules. Taking or injuring coral, altering the seabed, anchoring on hard bottom or coral communities, and diving without a flag are prohibited.
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
No taking/injuring coral; dive flag required; no spearfishing in the park's No-Take and Recreational Zones (only the Open Zone permits it).
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
17.7558°N, 64.5664°W
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for United States Virgin Islands
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Recreational licenses obtained online via GoOutdoors USVI (www.gooutdoorsusvi.com). Recreational licensing rules were signed October 7, 2022; enforcement scheduled to begin mid-2026. Commercial licenses via DPNR Division of Fish & Wildlife limited-entry application.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · dpnr.vi.gov