Independent site page with depth, current, visibility, season, and access details.
Exposed granite shoal with strong fish life
Exposed granite shoal with strong fish life
Protected-park shoal; use an authorized operator and plan around access rules.
Secca di Washington is an exposed granite shoal in the La Maddalena Archipelago, with a shallow crest, gorgonian-covered walls, and route options that reward deliberate boat dives. Strong fish life and a classic north Sardinia profile make it one of the area’s signature underwater sites. Protected-park logistics and clear-water windows make it best for calm, authorized day-boat planning.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 40m
Depth Note
Granite shoal with a shallow crest and three routes, plus deeper walls below.
Best Season
May through October, with summer most favorable.
Typical Conditions
Clear-water boat dive on an exposed granite shoal with three route options and moderate current.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Protected marine-park rules, exposed conditions, and moderate current mean this is best handled by an authorized operator.
Access Restrictions
Protected marine-park site; dive with authorized operators and respect park access rules.
Legal Notes
Park permits or tickets and no-anchoring rules apply in the protected zone.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Three route options from the shallow crest: classic line, mushroom, and arch, with deeper walls and passages.
Freediving
The shallow crest may tempt experienced freedivers, but the exposed shoal and route depth make scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallowest crest and only on very calm days.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Independent site page with depth, current, visibility, season, and access details.
Official regional tourism page highlighting the shoal and gorgonians.
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