naturefoundationsxm.org · Report
Marine monitoring report listing Mike's Maze within the park reef-monitoring network.
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Mike's Maze
Shallow marine-park reef with swim-throughs, arches, and healthy coral.
ScubaBoat EntryIntermediate
Reef
Local operator required
A local operator is the practical default because Mike's Maze is normally accessed by boat mooring inside the marine park.
Boat-access protected reef with maze-like coral passages, short arches, and an easy depth profile that still needs tidy buoyancy in tighter sections.
About Mike's Maze
Mike's Maze is a shallow reef in the Man of War Shoal Marine Park where coral heads, arches, and narrow passages create a playful maze rather than a single straight swim. Divers usually weave through alleys between the coral formations, pass under short bridges and archways, and stay alert to the site's many turns instead of simply following a wall or sand line. The site is not especially deep, but the swim-through style layout rewards calm buoyancy and spacing so the reef and other divers are not clipped in the tighter sections. It is a strong choice for photographers and relaxed reef divers who want healthy coral, maze-like topography, and frequent turtle, ray, lobster, and shark sightings on a manageable profile.
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Research Estimate At Mike's Maze
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedModerate
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Mike's Maze?
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Mike's Maze Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 20m
Depth Note
Public descriptions place Mike's Maze starting around 12 m, with typical local recreational profiles extending through the mid-teen range rather than dropping into a deep wall.
Best Season
Commonly dived year-round on suitable weather windows, especially on calmer days when visibility and photography are strongest.
Typical Conditions
Shallow coral reef with arches, bridges, alleys, and healthy hard and soft coral growth inside a protected marine-park setting.
Safety & Access At Mike's Maze
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy, trim, and spacing under control in the swim-throughs and arches so the coral and other divers are not crowded in tighter sections.
Access Restrictions
Normally visited by boat inside the Man of War Shoal Marine Park using protected moorings rather than free anchoring.
Legal Notes
Marine-park rules apply. Follow local mooring, reef-protection, and no-touch guidance inside the protected area.
Local Intel For Mike's Maze
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A comfortable reef dive for certified divers who enjoy topography, small swim-throughs, and fish activity more than depth.
Freedive
Not a common freedive target in public sources; the site is mainly presented as a shallow boat reef for scuba divers.
Snorkel
Not typically presented as a snorkel stop because the reef structure is better appreciated on scuba from below the surface.
Mike's Maze Dive Conditions Planner
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Wildlife at Mike's Maze
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Recent Logged Visits At Mike's Maze
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Mike's Maze
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
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Mike's Maze Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Mike's Maze Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
smn-news.com · News
Nature Foundation news confirming mooring management at Mike's Maze inside Man of War Shoal Marine Park.
www.undercurrent.org · Review
Experienced diver report describing narrow coral alleys, good light, lobsters, and abundant reef life in the maze.
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