Guardians of the Reef

ORAI’s first snorkel-friendly artificial reef trail, is now live off the coast of Hollywood Beach.

Dive in, explore, and help us protect our oceans through art and science.

One Ocean. One Mission. 

In partnership with the City of Hollywood, Ocean Rescue Alliance International has officially deployed 50 artistic and ecological reef modules across four shallow-water locations along Hollywood Beach.

These living installations are open to the public and designed for snorkel access, marine life restoration, and eco-tourism engagement.

👉 Coming soon: Underwater reef maps, signage photos, and interactive reef tracker

Guardians of the Reef: Now Open to the Public

Our work isn’t done. With your help, we can install more reef structures, expand restoration efforts, and create additional snorkel trails throughout Florida.

Your donation helps us:

  • Educate youth through our Coral Rangers program

  • Expand reef access for divers, tourists, and families

  • Train the next generation of ocean scientists

  • Support coral propagation and reef expansion

Two smiling women taking a selfie on a boat with a ship in the background, showing a black t-shirt and a gray cap, both making hand signs, on a cloudy day at sea.

Public Safety & Access

Underwater photo of a diver visible through the lens of a helmeted diving suit. The suit has a plaque reading 'Ocean Rescue Alliance International' and the diver appears to be making a hand gesture.

We’re excited to welcome you to explore the Guardians of the Reef sites responsibly.

📍 Reef Site Locations:

  • Site 1: North Beach Park – A1A at McClellan Street

  • Site 2: North Beach Park – A1A at Simms Street

  • Site 3: Harry Berry Park – A1A at Azalea Terrace

  • Site 4: Keating Park – Magnolia Terrace

Distance from Shore: 250–350 feet
Water Depth: 8–15 feet (average ~12 feet)
Structures Per Site: ~12 custom and habitat reefs
Buoy Markers: Each reef site is marked with 2 orange buoys

⚠️ Safety Guidelines:

  • Access reefs only via the adjacent public parks

  • Be aware of surrounding boat traffic

  • Always use a ‘diver down’ flag when snorkeling

  • Do not touch, stand on, or remove reef structures

  • Signage is being installed at each site in partnership with Broward County

These reefs are here for you to enjoy—but also to protect. Help us preserve their beauty for generations to come.

Our Reefs Are Dying.
We’re Bringing Them Back to Life.

Florida has lost over 90% of its coral cover. Pollution, climate change, and disease are devastating marine ecosystems.
But there’s hope and you can be part of it. Our reefs are not just beautiful - they protect coastlines, provide habitat, and support millions of livelihoods.

Coral reef with various marine life, on the left side white coral with small fish, on the right side colorful rocky reef with fish and corals.
Underwater sculpture of a reclining mermaid with long flowing hair, positioned on a rock formation that resembles a coral reef.
Underwater photo of a concrete block with the city of Hollywood's 100th anniversary emblem, featuring two stylized palm trees and the text "City of Hollywood."
Underwater sculpture of a human figure with a helmet, sitting on a base surrounded by rocks, with a large object nearby.
Underwater sculpture of a woman reclining on a rock formation, surrounded by marine life, on a sandy ocean floor.
Underwater sculpture of an astronaut with a plaque, surrounded by rocks and coral in the ocean
Underwater photo of a diver in a helmet, showing the face through the helmet's glass, with a sign on the helmet reading 'Ocean Rescue Alliance International' and a person making a hand gesture.
Underwater sculpture of two white dolphins forming a heart shape, mounted on a square platform with coral-covered rocks, in clear blue water.
Underwater sculpture of a white octopus mounted on a rock with a plaque, surrounded by sandy ocean floor and blue water in the background.
Underwater scene with a large dark rock formation and a white, volute-shaped mollusk attached to it.
A squid swimming in the ocean with a blue background.
Sculpture of a mythological figure with a beard, crown, and long hair, holding a trident and with a fish tail, carving on a rough rock surface.
Large sculpture made of clay and ceramic pieces resembling a fantastical creature with multiple holes and protrusions, set outdoors during sunset.
A large, rustic, outdoor sculpture resembling a tree trunk with holes and protrusions, decorated with eyeballs and a large white heart-shaped ornament with a maze pattern on it.
A large, white, artificial reef structure in the shape of a mermaid, with multiple holes and cave-like openings, labeled as Florida's Hollywood Mermaid Artificial Reef Project, established in August 2024.
Sculpture of an angel with wings and a robe, holding a large circular object, set within a rough stone frame. The sculpture appears to be part of an outdoor site or construction area.
Two dolphin sculptures facing each other with noses touching, encased in a world of white and gray material, possibly concrete, with a rough textured background.
Sculpture of an octopus mounted on a weathered coral-like structure with a quote by Rachael Carson that reads 'In nature nothing exists alone.'
Sculpture of a seahorse in front of an elephant made from gray clay or cement, with large seashells arranged on the seahorse's face.
A sculpture of a face made from white cement with several white circular objects embedded, and a red dot near the mouth, set against a dark background.
Sculpture of a mermaid carved into a rock with intricate details, located outdoors.
Outdoor rock climbing wall with white climbing holds on a textured gray rock surface.
Sculpture of a turtle surrounded by coral, mounted on a large, textured rock with a circular carving of a turtle on the front.
A large, rough-textured concrete sculpture resembling a mountain or alien landscape, with various holes and small white circular fixtures attached to its surface.
A large outdoor sculpture of a mermaid with long flowing hair, reclining on a rocky formation scattered with numerous barnacles and shells.
A large, irregularly shaped rock with numerous holes and white fixtures attached to its surface, possibly for mounting or decoration, outdoors with greenery in the background.
A large, weathered concrete sculpture resembling a face with exaggerated features, decorated with numerous small oyster shells. The face has a big, open mouth, hollow eyes, and a protruding nose, surrounded by green foliage.
A large homemade sculpture resembling a creature or alien with multiple holes and white shells attached on its surface, outdoors with plants in the background.

Our Supporting Partners & Sponsors

Logo of the city of Hollywod, Florida, with a stylized turtle and sun motif in black and white.
Logo for The Diplomat Beach Resort with black background and white text.
Logo for ReefCells, a company specializing in cellular reef modules for bio-marine enhancement.
Logo of the International Seakeepers Society featuring a white flag on a pole against a black background, with the organization's name in white text.
Black background with a white downward-pointing triangle containing the word 'Virgin' in stylized script. Below the triangle, the word 'VOYAGES' is written in a modern, uppercase font.
Logo for Sheehan's Towing, Inc. featuring black background and white text with a circular design.
Brinton Farrand Fine Art logo in white text on a black background.