Snorkeling Reefs

Escambia County is proud to present two snorkeling reefs.

Important Snorkeling Reef Information

1. Florida Law requires use of "Divers-down Flag"

• The size of divers-down flags displayed on vessels must be at least 20 inches by 24 inches, and a stiffener is required to keep the flag unfurled. Dive flags carred on floats must be at least 12 inches by 12 inches. Also, divers-down flags on vessels must be displayed above the vessel's highest point so that the flag's visibility is not obstructed in any direction.
• Divers must make reasonable efforts to stay within 300 feet of a divers-down flag on open waters (all waterways other than rivers, inlets, or navigation channels) and within 100 feet of a flag within rivers, inlets, or navigation channels.
• Vessel operators must make a reasonable effort to maintain a distance of at least 300 feet from divers-down flags on open waters and at least 100 feet from flags on rivers, inlets or navigation channel. Vessles approaching divers-down flags closer than 300 feet in open water and 100 feet in rivers, inlets and navigation channels must slow to idle speed.
• When divers are out of the water, a dive flag may not be displayed.

2. Snorkeling Reef is not patrolled by lifeguards; use at own risk. Be aware of Vessels, dangerous marine life, strong wave surge and currents, etc.

3. Always dive with a buddy; Never dive alone!

4. Use a personal floatation device, snorkeling vest or other buoyancy aid.

5. Snorkelers and divers should adhere to beach warning flags.