

Best for beginner divers, 5-7m, shore entry, mild current.
Playa del Mojón is a shallow shore-entry reef located in Cartagena, Spain. The site maintains a consistent depth of 5 to 7 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. The topography features beds of Posidonia seagrass, which provide habitat for various marine life. Divers should be aware that entry involves navigating a surf and shore break, and conditions can include strong currents. Water temperatures range from 15C to 27C, often requiring a wetsuit. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and first aid. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, common octopus, and European common cuttlefish.
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Check the surf conditions before gearing up, as the shore break at entry can be awkward with tanks, and a calm moment between sets makes getting in and out much safer. The site has parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and first aid on site, so you can travel light and take your time after the dive.
The site is located in the Salinas Regional Park, which contains extensive beaches used for diving including el Mojón beach.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-7m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, Mediterranean moray, and various other reef fish and invertebrates.
Yes, the shallow depth of 5 to 7 metres makes this site approachable for newly certified divers.
The site maintains a consistent depth between 5 and 7 metres, with an average of 6 metres.
This is a shore-entry site. Divers should exercise caution due to the surf and shore break at the beach.
Yes, the shallow depth of the reef makes it accessible for snorkelling, though you must be mindful of the surf and shore break when entering the water.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Playa del Mojón in San Pedro del Pinatar. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C.
Playa del Mojón in San Pedro del Pinatar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.