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Marine-park moorings, dive-tag rules, and protected marine life for Sint Maarten.
Dive Spot Guide•
Pelican rock
Pelican rock: weather-dependent Atlantic reef with coral and fish.
Local operator required
Dive shops can register customers, and marine-park moorings are set up for scuba and authorized free divers.
Boat dives on St. Maarten's Atlantic side reach Pelican rock when weather permits, with moorings, coral formations, and healthy fish life.
About Pelican rock
Pelican rock is a weather-dependent Atlantic-side reef on St. Maarten where a moored boat dive reaches coral formations and healthy fish life on the island's eastern shore. It suits divers who are comfortable with changing water movement and marine-park rules, because the pass can run as a drift when conditions demand it. The site stands out for its coral structure, its fish life, and the sense that the sea state matters as much as the reef itself.
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Research Estimate At Pelican rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Pelican rock?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Pelican rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 18.3m
Depth Note
Published descriptions place the reef around 15 to 18 meters, with weather-dependent conditions on the Atlantic side.
Best Season
Year-round when Atlantic-side weather permits.
Typical Conditions
Atlantic-side reef conditions with moorings, occasional drift, and weather-dependent visibility.
Safety & Access At Pelican rock
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Low visibilityRestricted accessStrong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Watch weather and current, keep buoyancy tight, and follow Marine Park mooring and dive-tag rules.
Access Restrictions
Marine Park dive tags and vessel registration apply; snorkelers cannot use the moorings.
Local Intel For Pelican rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Dive begins at about 18.3 m (60 ft).
Freediving
Authorized free divers may use the site, but it is primarily managed as a scuba reef.
Snorkeling
Snorkelers are not allowed on the moorings, so Pelican rock is not a primary snorkeling site.
Wildlife at Pelican rock
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Pelican rock
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pelican rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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