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Official marine-park plan noting Mushroom Garden at 16 m and monitoring conditions in the reserve.
Dive Spot Guide•
Mushroom Garden
Mushroom Garden: Statia wall dive with shark sightings.
Local operator required
Statia dive centers provide the practical access and briefings.
Boat-access wall dive with coral and sponge growth, good visibility, and a classic Statia reef profile.
About Mushroom Garden
Mushroom Garden is a Statia wall dive with mushroom-shaped lava formations covered in corals and sponges. The site is a straightforward boat dive with a classic marine-park feel and frequent shark sightings, making it a solid choice for divers who want reef structure without technical demands.
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Research Estimate At Mushroom Garden
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Mushroom Garden?
Community sourced coordinates.
Mushroom Garden Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
16m - 18m
Depth Note
The wall starts around 16 m, and the site is commonly dived around 18 m.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Wall dive with coral and sponge cover, good visibility, and a classic marine-park setting.
Safety & Access At Mushroom Garden
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Keep good buoyancy along the wall and listen for current or surge changes in the marine park.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; marine park rules and local weather apply.
Legal Notes
Respect marine park rules and avoid contact with reef, sponges, and overhangs.
Local Intel For Mushroom Garden
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for wall-diving divers who want reef structure and shark sightings.
Wildlife at Mushroom Garden
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Mushroom Garden
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Mushroom Garden
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
