Proteus Steel Freighter
Miami, Florida
- Water Type
- Saltwater
- Fishing Area
- Offshore
- Spot Type
- Artificial Reef
- Depth
- 72 ft
About This Spot
Proteus, a 220-foot steel freighter from the 1950s, sunk on January 24, 1985, rests at 72 feet depth, broken into a U-shape with an 18-foot relief off Miami-Dade County. Offering clear visibility and abundant marine life, this intriguing wreck is ideal for intermediate divers interested in underwater exploration and photography.
GPS Coordinates
GPS (Degrees & Decimal Minutes)
N 25° 42.328' W 80° 05.240'
Decimal Coordinates
25.705467, -80.087333
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