North Dry Rocks

Experiencing the reef system of Key Largo, Florida is an experience any diver or snorkeler should not miss due to the brilliant colors, plethora of fish, shrimp, lobster, sting rays, and plant life that makes up Key Largo Reefs. North Dry Rocks is considered part of French Reef and is well known for its Minnow Cave. There is a seasonal population of glass minnows that frequent the reef surrounding divers and snorkelers. Grouper, Snapper, and the occasional shark are also found in the area.

The actual "cave" is a small L shaped tube of coral that gets filled with minnows, which swim in and out of the tube of coral. Visibility on a dive can be 50 feet plus for divers and snorkelers, especially on a perfect sunny day. Depth is 25 to 35 feet, which makes it a great spot for underwater naturalists, peak performance buoyancy, or underwater photography courses for divers.

North Dry Rocks like many other Key Largo dives is a boat dive requiring at least 45 minutes to reach the site. In April this dive can be 76 degrees F, while in summer water temperatures may reach over 80 degrees F, thus a skin suit is perfect for staying warm.