Whistling Cay, United States Virgin Islands facts for kids
Cinnamon Cay (left) and Whistling Cay (right), as seen from Cinnamon Bay, 2011.
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 Whistling Cay
Location in the U.S. Virgin Islands
Whistling Cay
Location in Caribbean
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| Location | Caribbean Sea |
| Coordinates | 18°22′12″N 64°45′25″W / 18.370°N 64.757°W |
| Administration | |
| Federal Department | U.S. Department of the Interior |
| Federal Agency | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Capital city | Washington, D.C. |
| Largest settlement | New York City |
| President | Donald John Trump |
Whistling Cay is a small island, also called an islet. It is about 19 acres in size. You can find it about 300 yards west of Mary Point on Saint John. Both of these are in the United States Virgin Islands.
This little island is covered with trees. On its northern side, there are high cliffs. These cliffs reach up to about 130 feet high. On the southeast side of the island, there's a small beach made of gravel. Whistling Cay is separated from Saint John by a channel called the Fungi Passage. This passage is about 21 feet deep.
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Exploring Whistling Cay
Whistling Cay is a great spot for water activities. You can get there by boat or even by kayak. Many people start their trip from nearby places like Cinnamon Bay, Maho Bay, or Francis Bay.
Fun Under the Sea
The waters around Whistling Cay are very clear. This makes it a popular place for scuba diving and snorkeling. You can see lots of colorful fish and other sea creatures here. It's like swimming in a giant aquarium!
History of the Islet
Whistling Cay has an interesting past. It played a small but important role in history.
Checking Boats in the Past
Back in the 1800s, during the 19th century, people called customs officials worked on Whistling Cay. Their job was to stop and check boats. These boats were traveling between the British Virgin Islands and what were then called the Danish Virgin Islands. The officials made sure that boats followed the rules for trade and travel.
Part of a National Park
Today, Whistling Cay is a protected area. It is located inside the Virgin Islands National Park. This means the island and its surrounding waters are kept safe. This helps to protect the natural beauty and wildlife for everyone to enjoy.
