A reef site off western Anguilla with coral heads, rock formations, and a drop-
A reef site off western Anguilla with coral heads, rock formations, and a drop-
Frenchman’s Reef lies off the western end of Anguilla and is defined by coral heads and rocky structure. The site appears to center on a shallow plateau that transitions into a steeper drop-off, giving the reef some natural profile and variation. It is presented as an intermediate-level site for scuba and freedive use. Planning should stay conservative because the available details are limited and do not confirm entry, exposure, or day-to-day conditions.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 25m
Depth Note
Flat area at 10 m with a drop-off to 25 m.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow plateau transitions into a deeper drop-off, so the site may suit divers who want an easy-to-read reef profile rather than a flat bottom.
Freediving
The shallow plateau may offer a simple profile for freedive practice, but the site’s suitability for freediving beyond that is not confirmed.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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