River Road - Southwest Coast

Sunshine Bay offers a freshwater wall dive with a unique geological backdrop. We’ve found the fault line creates some seriously steep, terraced cliff faces, dropping well past our maximum 15m. Visibility often hovers around 18m, giving you a clear view of the wall's freshwater sponges and mussels clinging to the lake bed. Keep an eye out for native Tripplefins darting around, and if you’re lucky, you might even spot a Longfin Eel or a Rainbow Trout cruising by. It’s a calm, interesting dive, great for anyone looking for something a bit different from the usual ocean sites.

Location
Southwest Coast, Grenada, Caribbean
Coordinates
12.057500, -61.756300
Type
wall

Marine Protected Area: Molinier-Beausejour

Best Time to Dive in Southwest Coast

The warmest water temperatures in Southwest Coast occur in January, averaging 27.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 27.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.4°C (air: 25.9°C)
  • February: 27.4°C (air: 26.0°C)
  • March: 27.4°C (air: 26.2°C)
  • April: 27.4°C (air: 26.9°C)
  • May: 27.4°C (air: 27.5°C)
  • June: 27.4°C (air: 27.3°C)
  • July: 27.4°C (air: 27.2°C)
  • August: 27.4°C (air: 27.6°C)
  • September: 27.4°C (air: 28.3°C)
  • October: 27.4°C (air: 28.0°C)
  • November: 27.4°C (air: 27.1°C)
  • December: 27.4°C (air: 26.5°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Southwest Coast

Nearest Dive Centres to River Road

Marine Life in Southwest Coast

Home to 267 recorded species including 231 reef fish, 13 hard corals, 10 whales & dolphins, 3 seagrass & algae, 2 jellyfish, 2 sea snails & nudibranchs.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for River Road

Based on average water temperature of 27.4°C.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 27°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical depths divers can expect at the River Road dive site?
At the River Road dive site, divers can expect the top of the reef to be around 20 ft (6 meters). The reef edge drops to about 80 ft (24 meters), characteristic of its wall dive type. However, the maximum recreational diving depth at this site is typically around 16 meters (approximately 52 feet).
What kind of underwater structures and marine life can divers expect to encounter at River Road?
River Road is renowned as a fantastic MUCK dive, offering a unique underwater landscape. Divers will explore a wall dive environment with a bottom composed of coral rubble and rocky areas. While not abundant in corals, the site is teeming with plenty of fish and a wide variety of fascinating critters, and lucky divers might even discover some partial wrecks.
How challenging is the River Road dive site for different experience levels?
The River Road dive site is classified as having an intermediate difficulty level. This suggests it is suitable for divers who have some experience beyond entry-level certifications and are comfortable with varying conditions. Divers should possess good buoyancy control and general diving skills to fully enjoy this site.
What is the best time of year to dive River Road for the most favorable conditions?
Information regarding the best time of year to dive River Road for the most favorable conditions is not available in our current data. For general guidance on diving seasons in Grenada, please refer to our When to Dive section.
Are there any specific scuba diving certifications required to dive at the River Road site?
Our current data does not specify particular scuba diving certifications required for the River Road dive site. However, given its intermediate difficulty rating, divers should possess adequate experience and comfort with various dive conditions. It is always recommended to consult with a local dive operator in Southwest Coast, Grenada regarding their specific requirements.
What are the usual current strengths and visibility conditions at the River Road dive site?
Details regarding the usual current strengths and visibility conditions at the River Road dive site are not provided in the available data. For the most up-to-date information on daily conditions, it is best to consult with local dive centers in Grenada's Southwest Coast.