floridakeys.noaa.gov · Official
Official NOAA sanctuary page for the Key Largo Dry Rocks-Grecian Rocks protection zone.
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Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Doble arrecife remoto de Key Largo con faro y jardines de coral.
Buceo con botellaSnorkelEntrada desde barcoIntermedio
Reef
Sitio de buceo con acceso en barco en los Cayos Superiores, con coral poco profundo cerca del faro, una pared más profunda mar adentro y baja afluencia en comparación con los sitios más concurridos de Key Largo.
Acerca de Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Carysfort Lighthouse Reef es el sitio remoto más al norte de Mission: Iconic Reefs, frente a Key Largo, centrado en un faro histórico y un sistema de doble arrecife con coral poco profundo cerca de la torre, una plataforma amplia de coral cuerno de alce al sur y crestas más profundas mar adentro. Es una inmersión en barco para días tranquilos, pensada para buceadores y personas que practican snorkel que buscan una gran estructura de arrecife y menos tráfico que en los sitios más conocidos de Key Largo.
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Estimación de investigación en Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Línea base conservadora a partir de investigación pública. Aún no hay buceos de la comunidad registrados.
VisibilidadVisibilidad: 15m
AccesoChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Vida acuáticaGreat variety
InstalacionesLimited facilities
Afluencia / popularidadVery quiet
CorrienteModerate current
OleajeLight surge
Dónde está Carysfort Lighthouse Reef?
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Coordenadas aportadas por la comunidad.
Detalles de planificación de Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Rango de profundidad, temporada y contexto para planificar.
Mejor temporada
summer and fall
Condiciones habituales
Remote outer-reef site with calm-day boat access, shallow coral near the lighthouse, and a more open double-reef layout offshore. Weather and sea state drive the go/no-go decision.
Seguridad y acceso en Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Tráfico de embarcacionesCorriente fuerte
Safety Notes
Treat current and weather as the main go/no-go variables, and keep a conservative buoyancy profile around the shallow lighthouse coral.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the site is weather-dependent and usually only worth running when seas are calm enough for a long offshore trip.
Legal Notes
Carysfort sits inside a protected sanctuary and active restoration area. Use moorings, respect marked work zones, and do not anchor on coral.
Local Intel For Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Expect shallow coral near the lighthouse, then double-reef ridges, gullies, and a sand plateau farther out.
Snorkel
The shallow lighthouse side works for snorkelers on calm days, while the broader reef is better for divers who want more structure and time in the water.
Carysfort Lighthouse Reef Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
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Wildlife at Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Visitas registradas recientes en Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Registros de buceo y visitas de la comunidad para este sitio.
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Promedios de registros en Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
Condiciones promedio basadas en buceos y visitas registrados.
Condiciones
Visibilidad media15m
Actividad
Aún no hay actividad de buceo registrada.
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Carysfort Lighthouse Reef Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Carysfort Lighthouse Reef Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
missioniconicreefs.org · Official
Official Mission: Iconic Reefs overview naming Carysfort as the northernmost site.
silentworld.com · Operator
Silent World article on Carysfort biodiversity, restoration, and uncrowded trips.
www.florida-scubadiving.com · Guide
Exact Carysfort guide with depth, visibility, season, access, and crowding notes.
www.pcwatersports.com · Operator
Pirates Cove Carysfort Reef page with lighthouse, moorings, coral structure, and snorkel notes.
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