

Best for intermediate divers, 2-15m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Watermelon Cay is a reef site in Saint John, US Virgin Islands, offering depths between 2 and 15 metres with an average of 7 metres. The site features visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 27C and 30C. Divers can access the reef via shore or boat. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen unexpectedly, requiring careful monitoring. Sea urchins are present on the reef, so divers should exercise caution regarding hand and knee placement. The site is suited for intermediate divers who can manage variable current conditions and maintain buoyancy around the reef structure.
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Sea urchins are a known hazard, so watch where you place your hands and knees on or near the reef. Although current is typically mild, it can strengthen unexpectedly, so check local conditions before entering.
Drive to the Annaberg Plantation parking lot, walk the Leinster Bay Trail, and swim from the shore to the cay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
The site ranges from 2 to 15 metres deep, with an average depth of 7 metres.
The site is rated for intermediate divers due to the potential for strengthening currents.
Entry to the site is available from both shore and boat.
Sea urchins are a known hazard on the reef, and divers should be prepared for currents that can strengthen unexpectedly.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Watermelon cay in Cruz Bay. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Watermelon cay in Cruz Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Watermelon cay in Cruz Bay typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.