pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov · Research Paper
Research paper placing Rocky Point on Utila's more sheltered southern shore.
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Rocky Point
Utila south-side wall with eastward steepening and westward drift.
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Local operator required
A local guide is the safest way to manage the wall profile, drift, and deeper eastward section.
Boat-accessible south-eastern wall site with a shallow reeftop, a sharper eastward drop, and a drift-friendly return toward the west for experienced divers.
About Rocky Point
Rocky Point is a Utila south-side wall that steepens eastward and suits advanced divers looking for a training-style profile with a drift-friendly return to the west. The shallow reeftop holds bright juvenile reef fish, while deeper sections bring lionfish and other wall species.
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Research Estimate At Rocky Point
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VisibilityVisibility: 19m
AccessSimple entry
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedModerate
Current StrengthLight current
Surge StrengthFlat calm
Where Is Rocky Point?
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Rocky Point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 40m
Depth Note
Public descriptions vary between a 23 m overview and a 40 m extended-range profile, but both agree on a shallow reef top that steepens eastward into a wall.
Best Season
Calmer dry-season and winter windows.
Typical Conditions
Mild current, drift-friendly wall sections, and good reef-fish activity on the shallow top are typical.
Safety & Access At Rocky Point
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Treat the deeper eastward section as advanced terrain. Keep gas, depth, and buddy contact conservative on the wall and use the shallow top for the easy part of the profile.
Access Restrictions
Best for experienced divers who can manage a wall profile, a controlled drift, and deeper eastward sections.
Legal Notes
Stay within guide briefing and training limits on the deeper wall.
Local Intel For Rocky Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Advanced wall dive with a shallow reeftop, a steeper eastward face, and enough depth for training-style runs.
Freedive
Only the shallow top is plausible for highly experienced breath-hold divers; the wall and deeper sections are scuba-first.
Snorkel
Snorkeling is limited to calm-water viewing over the shallow top; the wall itself is too deep for snorkel use.
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Wildlife at Rocky Point
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Avg. Visibility19m
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Rocky Point Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.scubadiving.com · Editorial
Utila south-side article noting Rocky Point's shallow reeftop fish and reef profile.
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