Montgomery Barge Wreck
Biscayne Bay, Florida
- Water Type
- Saltwater
- Spot Type
- Artificial Reef
- Depth
- 8 ft
About This Spot
The Montgomery Barge Wreck, a 294-ton vessel sunk on January 27, 1943, rests in shallow waters around 8 feet deep in Miami-Dade County. Easily accessible, it’s an ideal location for snorkelers and novice divers to explore historic wreckage rich with marine life. This site offers excellent visibility and diverse reef inhabitants, making it perfect for underwater photography and marine wildlife observation.
GPS Coordinates
GPS (Degrees & Decimal Minutes)
N 25° 30.010' W 80° 11.980'
Decimal Coordinates
25.500167, -80.199667
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