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Cerro Gordo Beach
Overview
Description
Cerro Gordo Dive Site in Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, offers a serene diving experience with a max depth of 25 feet and visibility of 10-20 feet. Rich in marine life and coral formations, it's ideal for various diving levels. Recently, the site has faced challenges like overfishing and climate change, subtly altering its underwater landscape. Despite this, it remains a beautiful, educational spot, reminding divers of the importance of ocean conservation and sustainable practices.
Location 18.48205, -66.34084Get Directions
Dive Types
Beach, Reef, Sandy bottom, Ocean
Suggested Equipment
Booties, Camera, Dive computer, Dive Flag, Dive Knife, Dive skin, Hood, Rash guard, Shorty, Surface Marker Buoy, Torch, Wetsuit
Entry
Shore
Common SightingsLionfish, Parrotfish, Shrimp, Lobster, Sea anemone, Flounder, Sea Turtles, Stingrays, conches, Manatee, Spadefish
Water Type
Salt
Maximum Depth 7 feet / 2 meters
Entry
ShoreShore/Beach
Common SightingsSharks, Whales, Dolphins, Turtles
Water Type
Salt
Maximum Depth 7 feet / 2 meters
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