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West End guide with the shallow sand patch and channel/wall context.
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Lighthouse Reef
Roatan boat dive with a shallow sand patch, wall, and channel.
West End boat dive with a shallow training patch and a wall/channel profile that can still move.
About Lighthouse Reef
Roatan's Lighthouse Reef is a north-coast boat dive west of West End, built around a shallow sand patch, a wall, and a channel profile. It is a favorite training and guided dive site for local shops because the shallow area is easy to manage while the wall gives the dive more shape. Hawksbill turtles, eagle rays, barracuda, lionfish, parrotfish, pufferfish, snapper, wrasse, and other reef life are common targets, and the deeper wall keeps buoyancy discipline important.
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Research Estimate At Lighthouse Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is Lighthouse Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Lighthouse Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 40m
Depth Note
The shallows are 20-40ft deep, while the adjoining wall drops to about 130ft.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer weather windows easier for the boat run.
Typical Conditions
Wall-and-channel profile with a shallow sand patch, modest current, and generally clear water.
Safety & Access At Lighthouse Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
The shallow sand patch is approachable, but the channel and wall can make the site less forgiving than the shallow entry suggests.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the site is best handled with a local operator or dive shop because of the wall and channel setup.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-park and mooring rules to protect the reef.
Local Intel For Lighthouse Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic guided boat dive for certified divers; good buoyancy helps on the wall and in the channel.
Freediving
The shallow patch is only a small part of the site; the wall and current make scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow edge; the main profile is a scuba wall dive.
Wildlife at Lighthouse Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Lighthouse Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Lighthouse Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
