Kathleen’s Reef
Protected Area
Spotter Bay - Anchors Point (Grand Cayman)
Why dive here
With 327+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks, orcas and sea turtles - Kathleen’s Reef offers some of Grand Cayman's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest August, September, October.
Kathleen’s Reef is a solid choice for a relaxing afternoon dive in Grand Cayman, especially if you’re newer to the sport. The reef sits around 21 metres, making it comfortable for extended bottom times without pushing deco limits. We’ve drifted along here spotting plenty of grunts and snapper schooling over the sandy patches, and often find nurse sharks tucked away under ledges. It’s a gentle introduction to Cayman’s reefs, a good spot to get your fins wet and simply enjoy being underwater.
Typical Kathleen’s Reef Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kathleen’s Reef
Kathleen’s Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kathleen’s Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (19.38, -81.32) (5km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
87°F · Range: 29.1–31.8°C
Current Speed
4.47 cm/s
Direction: NW (296.6°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.045 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.14 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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