Cottrell Key
Reef · Key West
24° 36.819' N 81° 55.305' W
Open Water Max 15 ft Avg 8 ft Permanent Mooring Balls
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Details
Open Water
Minimum recommended certification
- Max depth
- 15 ft
- Average depth
- 8 ft
- Access
- Permanent Mooring Balls
- Sea state today
- AMPoor PMPoor
Where it is
24° 36.819' N 81° 55.305' W
Next boats to this site 0
No confirmed trips to this site are listed yet.
Best Gas
Gas prices
| Diluent tank | $35.50 |
| O2 tank | $10.00 |
atm
atm
Gas prices
| Aluminum 80 | $10 |
| Steel HP 100 | $10 |
| Steel LP 85 | $10 |
NDL at is
24 hr min surface interval
Always use a dive computer
Site description
Cottrell Key is a delightful dive site located on the Gulf side of Key West, making it a perfect spot for a day of laid-back snorkeling or scuba diving. Named after a 19th-century captain who protected passing vessels from grounding on the coral reef, Cottrell Key offers a serene and picturesque underwater experience. The calm waters on the Gulf side make it an ideal location, especially when the Atlantic side is rough.
Divers at Cottrell Key can explore vibrant coral formations, sandy patches, and a variety of marine life, including tropical fish and sea turtles. The site is easily accessible from Key West, and its relaxed environment makes it a favorite among both novice and experienced divers5
. Whether you're looking to snorkel or dive, Cottrell Key provides a beautiful and tranquil underwater adventure.
Route & typical conditions
Route
There are 14 mooring balls in this site - all of them located north of the reef. Divers shall not attempt to visit the mangrove island south of this site as there is no access.
Typical conditions
Good conditions are typical in this site: visibility averages 100 feet and currents and mild.
Divers' uploaded pictures
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