

Best for intermediate divers, 5-9m, boat entry, moderate current.
Fire Coral Cove is a reef and cave site located within the Molasses Reef Area. The site features a shallow depth range of 5 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and an overhead environment within the cave structures. Due to the presence of sharp coral, careful buoyancy control is required. Access to this site is by boat only, and guided tours are available. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with typical dive times lasting 45 minutes. Visibility at the site varies between 12 and 30 metres, and night diving is permitted.
25.00580, -80.22470
The site is a small swim-through located at the south end of Molasses Reef, just a short swim from Permit Ledge.
Access is via boat. Check-in time for trips is 45 minutes before departure.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-9m
Visibility
12-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of an overhead environment and moderate currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 9 metres in depth, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Fire Coral Cove requires boat access; boat charters and guided tours are available for reaching the site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow depth of 5 to 9 metres may allow for snorkelling, though boat access is required.
Divers should be aware of the overhead environment within the cave and the presence of sharp coral throughout the reef.
Diving at Fire Coral Cove in Key Largo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Fire Coral Cove in Key Largo. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
Expect moderate currents at Fire Coral Cove in Key Largo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Fire Coral Cove in Key Largo typically ranges from 12 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.