This dive site is consistently ranked as the number one shore dive in the United States. It offers a remarkably accessible diving experience suitable for all skill levels, with a maximum depth of 30 feet. This location provides exceptional photographic opportunities thanks to its abundant marine life. Expect to encounter captivating subjects such as nudibranchs, moray eels, bumblebee shrimp, mantis shrimp, octopuses, manatees, and turtles. It’s truly a photographer's paradise.
Blue Heron Bridge
Famous shallow shore dive with incredible macro life.
Shore Access
6m Avg Depth
9m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Batfish
Bumblebee Shrimp
Manatee
Snowflake Moray
Nudibranch
Turtle
Octopus
Seahorse
Spotted Eagle Ray
Mantis Shrimp
Things to Note
Difficulty:
all levels
Shallow depth and easy shore access make it suitable for all divers, timed with slack tide.
Hazards:
CurrentBoat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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Blue Heron Bridge is a top-shore dive, perfect for macro photography and critter hunting in shallow waters (max 30ft). Dive at slack tide to explore its diverse marine life.
Unique underwater sculpture garden acting as an artificial reef.
