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Published Apr 7, 2025Public map article that names Stone Forest and current diving centers along the coast.
Dive Spot Guide•
Stone Forest
Sozopol Bay's submerged petrified forest dive.
Local operator required
Organized boat planning from Sozopol is the cleanest way to match weather and current windows.
Certified-diver profile with stone trunks on sand; plan for modest visibility and active water movement.
About Stone Forest
Stone Forest is Sozopol Bay's submerged petrified forest, where trunk-like stone remnants rise from a sandy seabed. It is a deeper Black Sea dive with a compact feature field that rewards slow buoyancy and careful route reading. Expect a certified-diver outing where visibility and water movement matter more than covering distance.
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Research Estimate At Stone Forest
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 4m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeSome life
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Stone Forest?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Stone Forest Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 22m
Depth Note
Main trunks are around 20 m; deeper trunks in the bay reach about 22 m.
Best Season
August-September
Typical Conditions
Turbulent much of the year, with strong currents, waves, and reduced visibility; late summer is the best planning window.
Safety & Access At Stone Forest
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficLow visibilityStrong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Best suited to experienced divers who can hold position in limited visibility and active water movement.
Local Intel For Stone Forest
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for certified divers comfortable with a deeper boat dive, steady trim, and modest visibility.
Recent Logged Visits At Stone Forest
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Stone Forest
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility4m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
