Bimini Road, Underwater rock formation near North Bimini Island, Bahamas
Bimini Road is an underwater rock formation near North Bimini Island composed of rectangular limestone blocks that extend roughly 800 meters along the seafloor. The blocks follow a northeast-southwest alignment and rest in shallow water close to the coast.
Divers came across this submerged stone arrangement in September 1968 while exploring the waters around North Bimini at a depth near 5.5 meters. Since then, the site has drawn researchers and enthusiasts debating whether geology or human hands shaped the formation.
Research teams and explorers investigate the formation to determine whether it represents natural geological processes or potential evidence of ancient civilizations.
Reaching the site requires scuba or snorkeling gear because the formation lies several meters below the sea surface and can only be viewed underwater. December through April often brings clearer water conditions, as calmer seas reduce sediment stirred up from the ocean floor.
Scientific tests show that the blocks are made of beachrock formed when cemented shell fragments hardened over time, with an age estimated around 3500 years. This natural origin through geological processes is often missed by visitors who focus on the regular shapes of the stones.
GPS coordinates: 25.76500,-79.28000
Latest update: December 4, 2025 19:05
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