Destination snapshot
Best time
Year-round; best May–Sep
Water temp
75–85°F
Visibility
40–80 ft
Skill level
All levels
Flight time (US)
Direct
Great for
Beginners · Snorkelers
Why visit
Shallow coral gardens, wrecks and the iconic Christ of the Abyss statue in America's first underwater park.
Best dive sites
- Spiegel Grove
- Christ of the Abyss
- Molasses Reef
- French Reef
Best snorkeling spots
- Christ of the Abyss
- Molasses Reef
- Cannon Beach
What you may see underwater
Interesting fact
The bronze 'Christ of the Abyss' statue stands in 25 ft of water on Dry Rocks reef — one of three casts in the world, and the most-photographed dive site in Florida.
Who this destination is best for
- New divers
- Families
- Road trippers
Frequently asked questions
- Best dive site in Key Largo?
- The Spiegel Grove (510-ft artificial reef) for wreck lovers, Molasses Reef for shallow beauty, Christ of the Abyss for a snorkel classic.
- Snorkel or dive?
- Both — the reef is shallow enough that snorkelers get 80% of the show.
- Family-friendly?
- Yes — John Pennekamp State Park has glass-bottom boats, snorkel tours and dive charters all in one spot.
Ready to dive Key Largo?
Tell us your dates and experience level — a Salty Reef Travel Concierge will match you with the right resort, operator, or liveaboard in Key Largo and handle the details. Always free to you.
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At a glance
- Region
- Florida & USA
- Country
- United States
- Best season
- Year-round; best May–Sep
- Water temp
- 75–85°F
- Visibility
- 40–80 ft
- Skill level
- All levels
- Flight from US
- Direct
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