Piedras Altas
Piedras Altas is a rocky site off La Herradura with a maximum depth of 40 m or more (average 20 m), rated high difficulty; the centre lists it as a current dive requiring Advanced certification and recommends deep-diving and nitrox training. Position estimated from the nearest coast or landmark, for orientation only.
Facts
- Region: Spain – Andalusian Mediterranean coast (Almería, Granada, Málaga)
- Area: Costa Tropical (Granada)
- Depth: 0–40 m
- Level: advanced
- Current: moderate
- Type: reef
- Coordinates: 36.7187, -3.734 (approximate)
- Highlights: deep rocky dive, current diving
- Tips: Boat dive from La Herradura; the area borders the Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs protected area, so follow park rules and dive with a local centre.