

Best for intermediate divers, 17-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
King’s Corner is a reef and drift dive site located off Saint Croix. Divers experience depths ranging from 17 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 23 metres. The site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents that can strengthen quickly. Visibility typically fluctuates between 11 and 30 metres. The topography consists of hard coral and rock formations. Divers should wear protective clothing to avoid contact with sharp coral and jellyfish. Maintain awareness of your surroundings regarding sharks and lionfish. Typical dive duration is 45 minutes. Always agree on a drift plan with your skipper before entering the water.
17.69120, -64.90000
Current can strengthen quickly at this site, so stay close to your group and agree on a drift plan with your skipper before entering. Keep clear of the reef edges as the coral and rock are sharp, and contact can cause cuts even through a wetsuit.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
17-30m
Visibility
11-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers may encounter nurse sharks resting along the bottom in deeper sections, as well as frogfish and shortnose batfish. Be aware of the presence of lionfish.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents that can strengthen quickly.
The site ranges from 17 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 23 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
This site is designated for diving and requires boat access, with depths starting at 17 metres.
Diving at King’s Corner in Frederiksted requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at King’s Corner in Frederiksted. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at King’s Corner in Frederiksted. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at King’s Corner in Frederiksted typically ranges from 11 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.