Eastern Dry Rocks is a coral reef located approximately 7 miles (11 km) southeast of Key West, Florida, and 1 mile (1.6 km) east of Sand Key Light, within the Key West National Wildlife Refuge. It is a popular spot for snorkeling and diving due to its shallow reefs, clear water, and abundant marine life. The reef is home to a variety of hard and soft corals, tropical fish, invertebrates, and even the occasional sea turtle. Marine life: The reef is home to a variety of marine life, including: Tropical fish, such as angelfish, butterflyfish, parrotfish, and damselfish Hard and soft corals Invertebrates, such as shrimp, crabs, and lobsters Sea turtles Rays Sharks