Ragged Keys North of Elliot Key
Ragged Keys, located north of Elliott Key in Miami-Dade County, feature serene islands renowned for their untouched natural beauty. Popular among boaters and anglers, this area provides opportunities for wildlife
Ragged Keys, located north of Elliott Key in Miami-Dade County, feature serene islands renowned for their untouched natural beauty. Popular among boaters and anglers, this area provides opportunities for wildlife
Pioneer One, a 195-foot steel freighter sunk on October 4, 1983, lies at a depth of 215 feet with a relief of 30 feet off Miami-Dade County. A challenging dive
Star Reef off Miami-Dade County is known for its rugged bottom and abundant marine life, located at a depth of approximately 12 feet. Ideal for snorkeling and diving, the reef
Potrero Del Lland, a 4000-ton steel tanker sunk by U-564 on May 12, 1942, lies at a depth of 217 feet off Miami-Dade County. This historical wreck, suitable for experienced
The Railroad Steel Barge, a 100-foot vessel sunk on October 1, 1980, rests at a depth of 163 feet with an 11-foot relief off Miami-Dade County. Ideal for advanced divers,
The Blue Fire, a 175-foot passenger freighter seized during the Mariel boat lift and sunk on January 7, 1983, rests at a depth of 110 feet with a 20-foot relief
Brewster Reef off Miami-Dade County, at a depth of 75 feet, features a dynamic reef environment with scattered wreckage on its outer edges. The area is ideal for divers and
The Three Brothers Wreck, possibly deteriorated since sinking on May 18, 1993, rests at approximately 14 feet deep off Miami-Dade County. Although its current condition is uncertain, it remains a
The Untata Cargo Shipwreck, an 8141-ton vessel sunk on July 7, 1942, lies at a depth of 150 feet off Miami-Dade County. The site provides an intriguing dive opportunity for
The Athene Trawler, an 82-ton vessel sunk on May 31, 1943, rests off Miami-Dade County. This historic wreck is popular among divers interested in marine history and biodiversity. Though its
The unidentified barge off Fowey Rocks in Miami-Dade County lies at a depth of 165 feet with a 10-foot relief. An exciting deep-water dive site suited for experienced divers, this
Soldier Key, located east of Palmetto Bay in Miami-Dade County, is an island currently closed to the public. The surrounding waters provide excellent conditions for fishing and boating. Anglers and
The Arratoon Apcar, a 260-foot iron-hulled screw steamer built in Scotland in 1861, sank on February 17, 1878, off Miami-Dade County. Resting at a depth of 25 feet, this historical
Fowey Rocks Lighthouse, constructed around 1878 off Miami-Dade County, stands 125 feet tall and is surrounded by waters approximately 100 feet deep. Renowned for abundant fish populations, the area is
Black Ledge, located in Biscayne Bay, Miami-Dade County, is a prominent underwater bar noted for its abundant marine biodiversity. It attracts anglers and divers, providing excellent fishing and snorkeling conditions
The Sonar Dish site, featuring large dish pilings on a natural ledge 500 yards east of Fowey Light in Miami-Dade County, rests at 80 feet depth. Ideal for experienced divers,
The Arakanapka, a steel-hulled steamer sunk on January 1, 1876, lies at depths ranging from 12 to 25 feet off Miami-Dade County. Accessible to divers and snorkelers of varying skill
St Anne DAuray, a 110-foot North Atlantic fishing trawler fully intact, sunk on March 28, 1986, rests at a depth of 68 feet with a 28-foot relief off Miami-Dade County.
Hopper Barge 1, a 150-foot New York City garbage barge sunk on June 30, 1981, rests at a depth of 163 feet with a 12-foot relief off Miami-Dade County. Known
Chicken Key, located offshore of Coral Gables in Miami-Dade County, is a tranquil island favored by boaters and anglers. Its calm, clear waters make it a popular destination for recreational
The Tarpoon, also known as Medor Herode, is a 165-foot steel-hulled Haitian grain freighter sunk on May 10, 1988. Resting at a depth of 65 feet with a relief of
The Moby One is a 75-foot wooden shrimp boat sunk on December 31, 1983, resting at a depth of 97 feet with a 10-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. Ideal for
Cutler Channel in Miami-Dade County is an important marine navigation channel marked by GPS waypoints. Known for its calm waters, the channel provides ideal conditions for boating, fishing, and marine
Ultra Freeze is a 195-foot steel freighter sunk on July 5, 1984, now resting at a depth of 120 feet with a 45-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. Its distinctive L-shaped
Biscayne Flats, located south of Key Biscayne in Miami-Dade County, is a shallow marine bar popular for fishing, snorkeling, and wildlife viewing. The clear waters offer excellent visibility, making it
Biscayne Channel, marked by GPS waypoints in Miami-Dade County, serves as a key marine navigation route. Known for its clear, calm waters, the channel is favored by boaters and fishermen
Stiltsville, located at the southern tip of Key Biscayne in Miami-Dade County, features shallow flats and seven historic stilt houses. Popular among boaters and anglers, it offers excellent fishing, scenic
Big Lou is a 36-foot steel ship sunk on March 1, 1989, resting at a depth of 55 feet with a 7-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. Popular among divers, the
The South Seas is a 175-foot steel yacht sunk on February 5, 1983, located at a depth of 73 feet with a 15-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. Historically notable as
The John Maydak Memorial consists of two steel tugs, one 250-foot and another 75-foot, sunk on July 1, 1992, at a depth of 66 feet with a 10-foot relief in
This site features 500 tons of concrete bridge materials sunk on July 1, 1986, at a depth of 135 feet with a 15-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. It serves as
The Chevron site comprises 50 steel storage tanks, each 30 feet by 8 feet with ends cut off, sunk on January 1, 1983, at a depth of 84 feet in
This artificial reef consists of 20 steel concrete mixing drums, each 10 feet in diameter, sunk on October 1, 1983, near Sheri Lyn at a depth of 84 feet in
The Lakeland, a 203-foot Panamanian steel freighter sunk on June 16, 1982, rests on her side at a depth of 135 feet with a 25-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. This
Sheri-Lyn, a 235-foot steel freighter sunk on June 18, 1987, broken in half at a depth of 100 feet with a 15-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. Known for abundant marine
A 40-foot steel houseboat sunk on May 1, 1982, at a depth of 95 feet near other wrecks in Miami-Dade County. Popular with divers and anglers, this site features abundant
A 100-foot steel barge sunk on October 1, 1985, resting at a depth of 100 feet with an 8-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. Ideal for divers and anglers, the barge
The Miracles Express, a 100-foot inter-island freighter sunk on July 1, 1987, rests atop the Biscayne wreck at 55 feet depth with an 8-foot relief in Miami-Dade County. Divers enjoy
Emerald Reef Shallow, located off the Atlantic side of Key Biscayne in Miami-Dade County, offers shallow reef waters at a depth of 20 feet. Popular among divers and snorkelers, the
Emerald Reef 7 Mooring Buoy marks a picturesque dive location off Key Biscayne at a depth of 26 feet in Miami-Dade County. This accessible dive site offers vibrant coral ecosystems,