Molasses Reef is the most visited reef in the Keys, and a highlight of any snorkeling trip to the islands.
Slow down for the scenery at Molasses Reef The statue is a replica of the Christ of the Abyss sculpture near Portofino in Italy. The statue sits in about 25ft of water, and is often surrounded by barracuda and rays, both of which are docile around snorkelers and divers. What remains decidedly wet at Dry Rocks is a 9ft statue of Jesus known as the Christ of the Deep, intentionally placed here in 1965. What’s in a name? This is an area of so-called "spur and groove" reefs – basically, coral canyons – and the tops of the formations can be exposed at low tide. More experienced snorkelers will want to swim out to the remains of an 18th-century Spanish shipwreck (about 100ft offshore by the park), or try some more ambitious spots around Key Largo.Ī snorkeler swims past the Statue of Christ of the Deep © Getty Images / Image Source Get wet at Dry Rocks This is sandy bottom shore snorkeling – great for younger kids, beginners, or those who aren’t confident swimmers. You can walk to two snorkeling beaches in the park, but you won’t be spotting any coral, although there will be fish darting around. In fact, that’s why we include the park here – because almost everyone who comes to Key Largo comes to Pennekamp. The nation's first underwater park first opened in 1963, and it's still packing in tourists today. The most popular snorkeling destination in Key Largo, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is just shy of 60 years old. Explore John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park from land Touching coral, or even the force of a strong kick, can irreparably damage the reef. Also note that some local snorkel sights have a relatively shallow bottom, so follow proper snorkeling etiquette and keep your feet and flippers as far from the coral as possible.
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