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Three Castle Head

Three Castle Head

County Cork, Ireland

Depth
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60m

Visibility
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6m - 18m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced


About Three Castle Head

The Southern end of Dunmanus Bay is reached at 3 Castle Head where the 50m depth contour almost touches the shore and in fact the drop off is so fast that it is hard to find water shallow enough to drop anchor! The last 100m of the bay offers the best of diving with massive cliffs above and below water. Below the surface extensive rock faces are covered in every kind of life and large shoals of fish abound. The best of the scenery is in the 25-35m range, with rocks tumbling down a further 25m below this again. A strong tidal current flows across the point so be careful not to venture into it if the tide is running. This site is exposed and isolated and requires calm weather, experienced divers and reliable boats to be dived safely. However, the rewards well justify the extra effort.

Three Castle Head Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Drop Off, Rock

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

60m

Visibility Range

6m 18m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

Marine Life

  • Various
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