National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa

United States, American Samoa

National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa

LocationUnited States, American Samoa
RegionAmerican Samoa
TypeNational Marine Sanctuary
Coordinates-14.2500°, -170.7000°
Established1986
Area35181.59
Nearest CityPago Pago (5 mi)
Major CityHonolulu (2,600 mi)

About National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa

The largest National Marine Sanctuary in the US system, protecting 13,581 square miles across six units including Fagatele Bay, the only true tropical reef in the sanctuary system. Home to over 950 fish species and 250 coral species.