Permit Ledge

Permit Ledge: Planning to go scuba diving, Key Largo, Florida? Then look no further…

If you go scuba diving, Key Largo, Florida you will find a very popular snorkeling site located on the southern end of Molasses Reef called Permit Ledge.

Permit LedgeThe dive site gets its name from the large schools of Permit Jacks that frequent the area and are seen swimming within the vicinity of the small ledge populated with corals and sponges.

When you go scuba diving, Key Largo, Florida, if you dive or snorkel this site you may have the opportunity to see some spotted eagle rays and groupers amongst the inhabitants.

The shallow areas of Molasses Reef are adorned with Elkhorn and Boulder Corals, whilst the depths are adorned with Star Coral and large Brain Coral. There is also a selection of soft corals, sea fans and some beautiful sponges.

The marine life is friendly and spectacular. When you go scuba diving, Key Largo, Florida and dive this reef you will find from the moment you leave the boat you will be surrounded with fish and with plenty of mini caves, nooks, crannies and ledges; lobsters, crabs and other crustaceans also thrive in the area.

The fish are amazing with rays, angelfish, parrot fish, moray eels, grouper snapper, yellowtail, turtles, sharks, need I go on….

Key Largo Scuba Videos

One of the attractions of Florida Key scuba diving is that you will be able to take underwater photographs or underwater videos such as the one below. With excellent light and clear waters you will be able to get some excellent shots.

This video was taken at Permit Ledge and it gives you an idea of what to expect diving off the Florida coast (Press the button second right on the bottom of the video player to see it in full screen)…

Permit Ledge - TerenceTerence’s Log

Permit Ledge
Depth: 6-15m (20-50ft)
Visibility: 9-39m (30-130ft)
Plenty of fish
Novice
Reef dive
Snorkeling: Yes

Not a particularly spectacular dive site. Excellent visibility on this dive and I was thrilled with the friendly nurse shark that swam close enough to touch!

I also encountered a couple of moray eels although they were much less friendly than the shark!

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