cnrse.cnic.navy.mil · Policy
Official Naval Station Guantánamo Bay recreation policy with Phillips Dive Pier access restrictions.
Dive Spot Guide•
Phillips Dive Pier
Controlled-access pier dive with clear water
Naval-station pier site with grass beds, coral, and a short protected swim zone.
About Phillips Dive Pier
Phillips Dive Pier is a shore-access pier site in Guantanamo Bay with grass beds, coral, and an easy shallow-to-mid-depth profile. It suits straightforward recreational diving when you want clear water, strong reef life, and a protected base-side setting.
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Research Estimate At Phillips Dive Pier
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 22m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Phillips Dive Pier?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Phillips Dive Pier Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 17m
Depth Note
The published overview places the site between 6 and 18 meters, with a maximum depth of 17 meters.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Protected shallow-water conditions with grass beds, coral, and a calm base-side environment.
Safety & Access At Phillips Dive Pier
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Restricted accessSharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight around the pier, avoid contact with coral and grass beds, and follow all base briefing instructions.
Access Restrictions
Naval-station access controls apply, and no vessels are permitted within 300 yards of Phillips Dive Pier.
Legal Notes
Phillips Dive Pier is a controlled recreation area at Naval Station Guantánamo Bay, so pier and base rules apply.
Local Intel For Phillips Dive Pier
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A straightforward pier dive with enough structure and reef life to keep novice and experienced recreational divers engaged.
Freediving
Possible only for highly experienced freedivers with local approval; the site is primarily a scuba stop.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work in the shallow grass-bed and coral zones if access rules allow it and conditions are calm.
Wildlife at Phillips Dive Pier
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Phillips Dive Pier
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Phillips Dive Pier
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility22m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.