Camp Bay and Little Bay

Note: Talking about pools in the area. While walking from Camp Bay to Little Bay you will also come across Europa Pool. Just so you are aware, this pool and its facilities are not open to the public. It is strictly for MOD families only.

Being located near the southern end of the Rock, both bays are also blessed with loads of sunshine, not affected as much by the “levante” cloud that quite often appears during summer producing shade over other areas of the Rock. There are popular bar restaurants to keep you fed and hydrated, and ample seating area where you can setup home under your umbrella.

Camp Bay is also home to what is alleged to be Europe’s first artificial reef. Brought on by the concern of the scarcity of marine life, the artificial reef was created by activists, who persuaded the sinking of sea vessels here in shallow water, rather than abandoning the ships in deeper water further out. These sunken vessels have now created a phenomenal haven for marine life, attracting thousands of new divers each year.

Interesting Fact

There is an incredible 11 wrecks in Camp Bay, and 3 wrecks in Little Bay. All of the sunken vessels are at least 20 years of age and completely covered with colourful soft corals and sponges. Large schools of fish, octopuses, lobsters, cuttlefish, eels and crabs are to name but a few of the residents of the wrecks.

If you are not a qualified diver, don’t feel left out. You will be amazed even just snorkeling on the surface how much marine life you will get to see. There is no doubt you will leave amazed and thrilled at the beauty hidden below the surface.

On a final note. If you are catching the bus to Camp Bay or Little Bay, you will have to take the bus to Rosia Bay. From here its only a two minute walk passed Parson’s Lodge Battery, through Camp Bay Tunnel, and you are there. Be sure to visit on your next beach excursion in Gibraltar – and don’t forget your goggles and snorkel!