Getting There: Bahia Honda is located 12 mile south of Marathon on US1.
SCUBA Diving - Permitted but not recommended for advanced divers because the water is shallow for several yards from shore. The shallow water does make it a good area for beginning divers and snorkelers. A Diver Down flag must be displayed.
Snorkeling - Bahia Honda has some of the best nearshore snorkeling in the Florida Keys. You can see a variety of sea life just a few hundred feet from the shore. The snorkeling is good for beginners because it is shallow, 4-6 feet. You may see soft corals, small coral heads, tropical fish, Queen Conchs and spiny lobster. There is always something different to see. In the winter months, when the water is cooler, you may need a wetsuit to be comfortable. Just remember to take nothing but photos and leave nothing but ripples.