The Pinnacle
Protected Area
Sistema de Humedales de la Isla de Utila
Why dive here
With 168+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, orcas, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - The Pinnacle offers some of Roatán's richest wall diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Pinnacle is one of those sites that just feels… different. It’s tucked away on the north side of Roatán, a bit east of Turtle Harbor, and it’s always a good time. The reef itself is a proper pinnacle, rising from the deep to within about 5 meters of the surface, so you get this really dramatic profile. We love starting shallower, exploring the top, where the light plays beautifully through the water. There are some cool, shallow channels we always poke around in, perfect for spotting Greenband Gobies and those tiny, goofy Redlip Blennies. Then, you can drop down the sides, heading toward the 25-meter mark. This is where we often see Safio and those sleek Great Barracuda just hanging out. Keep an eye out for Chain Morays tucked into crevices, and if you’re lucky, you might even spot a Coral Scorpionfish, perfectly camouflaged. We’d suggest going early in the morning, before the dive boats from West End get there, and always keep a bit of an eye on the blue – we've seen Whale Sharks here, though it's rare. Visibility averages 20 meters, which gives you plenty of scope to appreciate the size of the structure. It’s a site that suits divers who enjoy a bit of exploration and aren't afraid to go a little off the beaten path.
Typical The Pinnacle Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Dive shops near The Pinnacle
Coral View Utila Dive Center
Captain Morgans Dive Center
Cross Creek Dive Center
Utila Water Sports
Underwater Vision Dive Center
Utila Dive Center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Pinnacle
The Pinnacle Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for The Pinnacle, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (16.27, -86.6) (5km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29–31.6°C
Current Speed
1.41 cm/s
Direction: NW (315°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.052 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
35.96 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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