Black Forest
Protected Area
West Coast Dive Site
Why dive here
With 362+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and humpback whales - Black Forest offers some of Long Island's richest reef diving. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Black Forest, off Long Island, offers a classic Caribbean wall dive. We've found the wall here is home to plenty of sponges and the usual reef fish, like grunts and snappers, tucked into ledges. It's a relaxed drift, generally, and a good option for those looking for a straightforward, pleasant dive without too much fuss.
Typical Black Forest Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Black Forest
Black Forest Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Black Forest, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
30.01°C
86°F
Current Speed
13.34 cm/s
Direction: N (347°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.044 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.67 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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