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Places POS on the south side of Cockroach Island beside Visibles and labels the site intermediate with moderate swell and current.
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P.O.S. (Cockroach Island)
Steep Cockroach Island pinnacle with ledges and fish.
Boat-access pinnacle beside Visibles with moderate current and swell; best for experienced divers who can work the ledges calmly.
About P.O.S. (Cockroach Island)
P.O.S. (Cockroach Island) is a steep BVI pinnacle on the south side of Cockroach Island beside Visibles, where coral and sponge growth wrap ledges and overhangs into a varied dive. The route feels like a controlled tour of the pinnacle, with the summit busy with fish and the lower ledges holding denser life. It suits experienced divers who can handle current, moderate swell and careful buoyancy around the structure. The site stays readable without feeling flat, so the profile remains interesting from top to base.
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Research Estimate At P.O.S. (Cockroach Island)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 13m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
CurrentModerate current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is P.O.S. (Cockroach Island)?
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P.O.S. (Cockroach Island) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 24m
Depth Note
The pinnacle rises from about 24 m to about 5 m, with ledges and overhangs around the base.
Typical Conditions
Steep coral-and-sponge pinnacle on the south side of Cockroach Island, with moderate current and swell beside Visibles.
Safety & Access At P.O.S. (Cockroach Island)
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentSharp coralStrong current
Safety Notes
Can be prone to current; use caution around ledges and overhangs.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; moderate current and swell make a controlled approach worthwhile.
Legal Notes
No special permit is noted here.
Local Intel For P.O.S. (Cockroach Island)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best approached as a boat dive on the pinnacle, working the ledges and overhangs slowly rather than rushing the profile.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site because the current, ledges and overhangs make scuba the more natural fit.
Snorkeling
The pinnacle is more useful to scuba divers than snorkelers because the best relief sits below the surface.
Recent Logged Visits At P.O.S. (Cockroach Island)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At P.O.S. (Cockroach Island)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility13m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
