Underwater UFO Bases: Does the Hypothesis Hold Water?

Greetings. USOs, underwater submerged objects, operating in proximity to underwater alien bases. Is there any tangible evidence to support such a possibility? It all depends on whom you ask.

As with so many other aspects of the UFO mythology, the theory of underwater alien bases is void of anything physical which would allow for any sort of scientific inquiry. The theory is built on the frail foundation of anecdotal information coming from true believers. Stories. A subterranean house of cards. Despite this not unexpected situation, there is one image that has set the UFO faithful on fire with fervent religious passion, the image featuring Sycamore Knoll. 

Less than three miles off the Ventura County coastline, or just under five miles southwest of Malibu, California in Los Angeles County, Sycamore Knoll is an interesting geologic construct, approximately 2,000 feet below the surface of the Pacific Ocean. The feature is located at geographic coordinates 34° 1’23.31″N 118° 59’45.64″W. Almost three miles across and more than two miles wide, the formation covers about five square miles, just a bit smaller than the area of California's Culver City. According to geologists, it is simply an unusual geologic construct. To the faithful however, Sycamore Knoll is a giant underwater alien base. 

Sycamore Knoll appears to stand out from surrounding underwater topography, appears being the operative word. It is quite easy to see how one might assume it to be a massive, oval-shaped structure of extraterrestrial origin. However, is one lone image enough to prove a theory? No, unless you ask Mr. Preston Dennett. 

Mr. Preston Dennett, pictured above, is one of the best-known figures in the UFO subculture currently promoting the idea of underwater bases. In his humble opinion, or unwavering declaration, underwater alien bases are a proven reality. Mr. Dennett, a self described ghost hunter, out-of-body explorer, and UFO researcher, is quite an active author and broadcaster in UFO circles. He has consistently promoted the idea of underwater alien bases for quite some time now, but has not produced a shred of tangible proof or evidence to support his firm declarations. Sounds familiar doesn't it?

The theory of underwater alien bases posits some questions, with one holding court among the others:

Why would extraterrestrials establish underwater bases on Earth?

If we work under the ill-advised assumption that alien visitation has occurred, and that extraterrestrials have established an underwater base for reasons unknown, what would be the motivation for such an undertaking? Scientific exploration of the underwater environments on the planet? Perhaps, such a course of action is logical. Scientific examinations of the intelligent species on the planet? A reasonable possibility, considering that some of the most highly advanced and intelligent creatures now in existence live in aquatic habitats; whales, dolphins, and octopuses. Would the establishment of an underwater base aid in the examination of the human species? In my opinion, no. Such a base would simply attract the attention of the species under scrutiny, which goes against the scientific method used to learn about lifeforms and their social interactions. Such efforts are conducted in a manner that does not disturb the natural conditions of the species under examination, which the establishment of an underwater base would be contrary to. All of this is likely a moot point since the possibility of an underwater alien base has not been scientifically proven or established, unless you ask Mr. Preston Dennett of course. 

Have any scientific expeditions been undertaken to explore the Sycamore Knoll? No. Have any USOs been seen entering or exiting the Knoll? No. Has anything beyond anecdotal stories broken the surface, so to speak? No. Sounds familiar doesn't it?

My position on the underwater alien base theory? I don't think it holds any water, but it is up to its neck with steamy excrement. Despite the baseless rhetoric, I am always willing to change my mind, but I require evidence, not more stories. 

Thank you for your time and consideration.