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Roca Sucia, Dirty Rock
Roca Sucia: offshore Catalina pinnacle for experienced divers
Boat-only pinnacle off Guanacaste with a shallow east-side shoulder and deeper flanks, best for experienced teams that can work with current and moving water.
About Roca Sucia, Dirty Rock
A rocky offshore pinnacle on the Potrero Flamingo to Catalinas route, reached by boat and shaped by a shallower east-side shoulder with deeper drops to the north and south. It suits experienced divers who can work with current and moving water, and the fish show is often best when visibility is good and the site is calm enough to hold position. Angelfish, surgeonfish, jacks, sharks, rays and turtles are all reported around the pinnacle.
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Roca Sucia, Dirty Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 35m
Depth Note
Shallow area is about 8–13 m near the pinnacle on the east side; depths reach ~35 m to the north and ~27 m to the south.
Best Season
All year
Typical Conditions
Open-water Pacific conditions with occasional strong current; clearer, calmer windows are better than rougher periods.
Safety & Access At Roca Sucia, Dirty Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Currents can be very strong at times; plan dives accordingly.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan the dive with a local operator and do not treat it as a shore site.
Legal Notes
Follow operator briefing and any site-management rules for the Catalina Islands route.
Local Intel For Roca Sucia, Dirty Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depth range includes a shallower 8–13 m area on the east side and deeper sections down to about 35 m.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target because of boat access, current exposure and the deeper flanks.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel site; it is an offshore scuba pinnacle with current and depth to consider.
Wildlife at Roca Sucia, Dirty Rock
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Roca Sucia, Dirty Rock
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Roca Sucia, Dirty Rock
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