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Mushroom Rock
Mushroom Rock is a Samal reef dive with strong current and big-fish chances.
Local operator required
A Samal or Davao guide is the practical way to match the site to current and visibility windows.
Samal site with a mushroom-shaped rock and reef edges; best as a guide-led current dive when water is steady.
About Mushroom Rock
Mushroom Rock is a Samal Island reef-and-rock dive in Davao Gulf with a distinctive mushroom-shaped formation and a mix of coral growth, small fish, and occasional larger visitors. The main line of the dive stays around the formation, its overhangs, and the surrounding reef, so buoyancy control matters more than distance. Plan for a guide-led dive because the current can pick up and the site is more comfortable when conditions stay steady.
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Research Estimate At Mushroom Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Mushroom Rock?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Mushroom Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 30m
Depth Note
The mushroom-shaped formation sits around the mid-20s, with the broader site ranging from shallower reef to a deeper working band.
Best Season
November to May
Typical Conditions
A current-sensitive reef-and-rock dive with clear water on better days and a mix of reef fish and larger visitors.
Safety & Access At Mushroom Rock
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Treat Mushroom Rock as a guide-led current dive and stay conservative when the water starts to move. The site rewards steady buoyancy more than distance covered.
Access Restrictions
Current windows can make casual solo diving a poor fit; plan the dive with local guidance.
Local Intel For Mushroom Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Buoyancy control and current awareness matter more than raw depth. Keep close to the formation and avoid over-committing to the drift when conditions tighten.
Recent Logged Visits At Mushroom Rock
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Mushroom Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
