Blue Heron Bridge
Famous shallow shore dive with incredible macro life.
Shore Access
6m Avg Depth
9m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site is consistently ranked as the number one shore dive in the United States. It offers a remarkably accessible diving experience suitable for all skill levels, with a maximum depth of 30 feet. This location provides exceptional photographic opportunities thanks to its abundant marine life. Expect to encounter captivating subjects such as nudibranchs, moray eels, bumblebee shrimp, mantis shrimp, octopuses, manatees, and turtles. It’s truly a photographer's paradise.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
muck divingmacro photographybeginner friendlyshore diveturtlevariable currentsmanateeoctopus
Marine Life
NudibranchMantis shrimpOctopusMoray eelManateeTurtleSeahorseSpotted eagle rayBatfishBumblebee shrimp
Things to Note
Difficulty:
all levels
Shallow depth and easy shore access make it suitable for all divers, timed with slack tide.
Hazards:
CurrentBoat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
Nearby Dive Sites
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Unique underwater sculpture garden acting as an artificial reef.
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