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Monte Pirata (Vieques)

18° 5.6′ N · 65° 33.1′ W

The highest point on Vieques (about 960 to 987 ft), a forested hill in the west refuge that shelters a rare myrtle found only here and on two other Virgin Islands peaks.

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Practical

Coordinates from Wikipedia. The summit holds an old Navy communications site now run by the Department of Homeland Security; Wikipedia says the main summit trail has been closed to the public for about 20 years, with an observation platform planned. USFWS lists a Monte Pirata entrance (18°6'13.66"N, 65°33'12.59"W). Treat it as a landmark from the water unless the refuge confirms access.

Best for

A landmark for the Pasaje de Vieques; check for reopening

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