John Gow's Gallows

John Gow’s Gallows is a reef dive site in Roatán, Caribbean.

Overview

As part of the Roatan Marine Park mooring system, John Gow’s Gallows sits along the productive reef corridor stretching between West End and West Bay. Detailed descriptions specific to this mooring are limited, but the site shares the gentle reef topography of the West Bay shelf, with coral heads and sandy patches providing diverse habitat at 18 meters depth. Sergeant majors, damselfish, and blue chromis swarm the shallower sections, while larger visitors like sea turtles and southern stingrays patrol the sand channels. Visibility ranges from 20 to 30 meters with warm water year-round.

Site Information

• Location: Roatán, Caribbean
• Entry Type: Boat dive
• Site Type: Reef
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Maximum Depth: 18 meters

Dive Profile

The site offers a gentle reef terrain suitable for relaxed exploration. Begin your dive along the reef top and navigate through coral formations and sandy patches. The most abundant marine life is typically found between 5-18 meters. Take your time to explore cleaning stations and look for camouflaged creatures in the sand.

Photography

The colorful reef structures offer excellent macro photography opportunities. Look for small critters hiding among coral heads and anemones. Wide-angle shots work well to capture the vibrant reef landscape and schooling fish.