Black Rock Drop Off

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Black Rock Drop Off

9 mMax Depth
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About This Site

Our captains love to tell wild tales about Black Rock Drop-Off—from pirate battles to cannonballs sinking mutineers. The truth? It’s simply named after a large black rock onshore, once used for navigation before mooring balls. A steep ridge separates deep blue water from a vast, moon-like sand patch. In the eastern section, the ridge ends abruptly, allowing sand to cascade down the wall in a winding channel. Following this channel west leads to a stunning overhang adorned with sponges and cora…

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