Banana Patch Reef

Banana Patch Reef near Key Largo is a shallow reef dive in the Florida Keys. The site typically features a sloping hard-bottom with patches of coral and abundant small reef fish, sponges, and soft corals. Access is straightforward from nearby piers or boat launches, with calm conditions common in good weather. Depths are generally shallow to moderate, accommodating beginner and intermediate divers. Wildlife commonly includes tropical reef species such as parrotfishes, damselfish, wrasse, snappers, and occasional larger pelagic visitors in the broader Florida reef system. Current is usually mild, but conditions can vary with wind and tides.