An artificial snorkel reef has been built in the shallows immediately off Miramar Beach at the Miramar Beach Regional Beach Access (#49) just 200 yards east of our condo. On calm days its a relaxing kayak or stand up paddleboard ride away. You can also rent jet ski, or book one of the snorkel and ride services from the tents down at Pompano Joes.
Dolphin Snorkel Reef consists of approximately 60 individual reef modules arranged in the shape of a Bottlenose dolphin. The reef network is located within swimming and paddling distance of shore and at a depth of ~20 feet. In the short time that the reef has been in place it has rapidly become encrusted with marine life and has become home to numerous species of fish, crustaceans, sea turtles. In keeping with its namesake, the reef is a frequent stop hangout for the area’s population of dolphins.
Visitors can spot the reef from the parking area and walkover and signs on the beach help orient snorkelers for their swim out to the reef. Snorkelers can visit the reef on their own or book a guided snorkel tour with one of the areas snorkel tour companies.