

Best for intermediate divers, 11-26m, boat entry, mild current.
Salt River Canyon is a marine dive site located off Saint Croix in the US Virgin Islands. The site features a reef and drop-off topography with an average depth of 18 metres, ranging between 11 and 26 metres. Divers access the site by boat, where a mooring is situated on a sandy bottom at approximately 11 metres. The site is suitable for intermediate divers. Conditions generally include mild currents and water temperatures ranging from 27C to 30C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present in the area.
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Salt River Canyon is often described as the fishiest dive on the north shore.
Boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
11-26m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The site has an average depth of 18 metres, with a range between 11 and 26 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
Access to Salt River Canyon is by boat only.
Divers should be cautious of sharp coral while exploring the reef.
Diving at Salt River Canyon in Christiansted requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Salt River Canyon in Christiansted. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Salt River Canyon in Christiansted are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Salt River Canyon in Christiansted typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.