Lava Dome Rock

Hawaii, United States

Depth

30m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

About Lava Dome Rock

This site is situated on the Kohala Coast and is home to valleys of coral fields. It got its name from a large plate coral formation that has a dome shape.

Lava Dome Rock Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Drift, Shark

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

30m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 35%

O₂

Marine Life

Reef Sharks
Various

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature ℃

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