Dunedin Reef

Dunedin Reef

Tampa Bay Dive Sites

Dunedin Reef is part of the Pinellas County Reef program and is located just to the south of Tarpon Springs Reef.

Tampa Bay – Reef Diving

One of the outstanding features of the Dunedin Reef is the concrete Pyramids which add height and structure to this reef and attract pelagic fish.

When the artificial reef program was planned one of the key features was to use different structures to provide a variety of habitats for the local marine life. This reef was constructed using concrete boxes, concrete culverts, concrete rubble, fibreglass boat molds and concrete pyramids all sunk at a depth of just 30 feet.

The concrete pyramids are found 1000 meters to the south of the center of the reef and some beautiful tall structures are found at the north end of the reef providing both height and structure to this attractive reef.

This reef attracts many forms of marine life including pelagic species and this is a well known reef for its underwater photography and video opportunities with shallow clear waters and plenty of natural light.

Tampa Bay Scuba Videos

One of the attractions of Tampa Bay scuba diving is that you will be able to take underwater photographs or underwater videos such as the one below.The Gulf of Mexico waters are warm and clear so you will be able to get some good shots.

This video was taken at the Dunedin Reef in Tampa Bay and gives you an idea of what to expect when scuba diving in Tampa Bay. (Press the button second right on the bottom of the video player to see it in full screen)…

Terence’s Log

When scuba diving any of the reefs around Tampa Bay care has to be taken as these reefs were designed and constructed for scuba diving and for Tampa Bay fishing which is very popular so you will see lots of fishing boats around these dive sites.

This is a fantastic reef for underwater videos as it is shallow with plenty of light especially if you are videoing the taller structures at shallower depths.