| MileMarker: | 0 |
| Location: | 1/2 mile due S of Sand Key. |
| Markers: | n/a |
| Depth Range: | 25 to 130 feet deep |
| Skill Level req.: | beginner to intermediate |
| Risks/Warnings: | possible depth issues; strong currents |
| History | |
| The name Ten-Fathom Bar comes from its southern edge, called Fennel Ridge, which begins at about 60 feet deep (10 fathoms). | |
| Dive Description | |
| The Ten-Fathom bar has a spectacular wall that drops from 25 feet to over 130 feet, though most of the best stuff is between 40 and 80 feet. The reef runs for over 4 miles, replete with man-sized barrel sponges, black coral, and deep undercut ledges sheltering porcupinefish, spiny lobster, and colorful tropicals. |
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| Divesite info by: Jonathan Brinkman | |
| LOWER KEYS info (Key West - 7 Mi. bridge) |
MIDDLE KEYS info (Marathon - Layton) |
UPPER KEYS info (Islamorada - Key Largo) |
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