Lost Treasure Reef

Type:

Scuba DivingFreedivingSnorkeling

Entry:🏖️Shore Entry

Difficulty:Beginner

Tags:

Reef

About This Dive Spot

Lost Treasure Reef is a shallow reef dive along Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, with a depth around 10 m. The site is known for an area where gold medallions were once discovered and offers reef scenery with typical marine life. It is described as suitable for scuba divers as well as snorkelers and freedivers.

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Reported depth

10m+

Depth note

Shallow dive site reported at 10 m (33 ft).

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Scuba

Shallow profile around 10 m suitable for scuba diving.

Freedive

Listed as suitable for freedivers in addition to diving.

Snorkel

Listed as suitable for snorkelers.

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Spots Near Lost Treasure Reef

📍 0.9 km

Mitch Miller'S Reef

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Mitch Miller's Reef is a shallow reef dive with a maximum depth of 21 m, commonly used for training and suitable for beginner divers. The site features undercuts that create shelter for marine life such as nurse sharks and lobsters.

📍 1.2 km

Jax Dax

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A shallow reef dive centered on a notable spur-and-groove coral formation. A large finger coral feature connects the shallow reef to a deeper reef system. The finger coral is covered with a mix of hard, soft, and branching corals, creating many small hiding places for reef life.

📍 1.3 km

Doc Poulson

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Doc Poulson is a wreck dive off the northwestern coast of Grand Cayman, sitting at about 16 m (55 ft). The 30 m (100 ft) former Japanese cable-laying barge was intentionally placed as an artificial reef in 1991. The structure is now covered in coral and sponges, attracting varied marine life and offering good opportunities for underwater photography.

📍 1.4 km

Uss Kittiwake

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The USS Kittiwake is a shipwreck dive off Grand Cayman, resting at around 18 m (60 ft). Sunk in 2011, it now functions as an artificial reef and attracts a variety of marine life. Divers can expect excellent visibility that can reach about 30 m (98 ft), with encounters possible with reef fish, eagle rays, moray eels, and turtles.

📍 1.4 km

Paradise Reef

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Paradise Reef is a shallow reef dive with abundant hard and soft corals. Divers often encounter schooling horse-eye jacks, turtles, and sometimes a nurse shark resting in the reef. The reef sits beside the Oro Verde wreck, allowing a short swim across the reef to include the wreck and return within a single dive.

📍 2.0 km

Sand Chute

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Sand Chute is a boat-access dive site off Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, with an average depth around 30 m. It features reef structure with notable black coral near the top. Divers may encounter sharks, stingrays, eagle rays, and sea turtles, and the site is described as suitable for intermediate-level divers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best entry point at Lost Treasure Reef?

Entry at Lost Treasure Reef is detailed in the spot description above. Look for specific landmarks, access paths, and any tide or condition requirements. Local divers often share updated entry tips in their dive logs.

What conditions are best for diving Lost Treasure Reef?

Optimal conditions at Lost Treasure Reef depend on several factors including tide, wind, and season. Check recent dive logs for current condition reports and patterns. Generally, calmer seas and high tide provide better visibility and easier entry.

What is the maximum depth and typical visibility at Lost Treasure Reef?

Depth and visibility information for Lost Treasure Reef can be found in the spot details and recent dive logs. Conditions can vary significantly based on weather, tide, and season. Always plan your dive according to current conditions and your certification level.

Are there any safety considerations or local etiquette at Lost Treasure Reef?

When diving Lost Treasure Reef, respect local regulations, marine life, and other water users. Be aware of any specific hazards like currents or boat traffic mentioned in the spot description. Follow Leave No Trace principles and local diving etiquette.