

Best for advanced divers, boat entry, moderate current.
Spanish Hole is a historic wreck site situated near the mouth of the St. Marks River within the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. This site requires boat access and is suited for advanced divers due to moderate currents, potential for low visibility, and entanglement hazards. The environment features a mix of freshwater and saltwater influences. Divers may encounter common species including horseshoe crabs, crabs, and hermit crabs. Less frequently, whiptail stingrays, drum, croaker, bream, and livebearers are recorded. Pufferfish and mullet are rare sightings, while snails are very common. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 14C in January to 32C in July and August.
30.07760, -84.18250
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Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-32°C
Current
Moderate
Divers regularly record horseshoe crabs, various crabs, and hermit crabs. Other species include whiptail stingrays, drum, croaker, bream, livebearers, pufferfish, mullet, and snails.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of moderate currents, entanglement hazards, and variable visibility.
Spanish Hole requires boat access, and boat charters are available for reaching the location.
Snorkelling is possible but receives a low rating of 2/5, primarily due to the site conditions and depth requirements.
Divers should be aware of entanglement risks, low visibility, and strong currents.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Spanish Hole (St. Marks NWR) in Big Bend. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C.
Expect moderate currents at Spanish Hole (St. Marks NWR) in Big Bend. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.