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Alligator Reef
Overview
Description
Now marked by a 136-foot tall lighthouse, on this spot in 1822 the USS Alligator grounded and sank while protecting a convoy from pirates. All that remains of the wreck are the twin piles of ballast stones, but the coral reef in just 25 feet of water is vibrant and alive. As with most dive sites in the area, the depth will vary depending on where on the reef we tie up. You can count on an abundance of marine life which are very tame due to its marine sanctuary status.
Location 24.84166, -80.61850Get Directions
Useful training for this sitePADI Advanced Open Water Diver
Dive Types
Reef
Suggested Equipment
Dive computer, Dive Flag, Dive skin, Rash guard, Wetsuit
Entry
Boat
Common SightingsAngelfish, Barracuda, Grouper, Seahorse, Parrotfish, Boxfish / pufferfish, Trumpetfish / pipefish, Nurse sharks, Rays, Sea turtle, Moray eel, Coral, sponges, yellowtails, sargeant majors, Sea fans, Hammerhead Sharks
Water Type
Salt
Maximum Depth 7 feet / 2 meters
Entry
BoatShore/Beach
Common SightingsSharks, Whales, Dolphins, Turtles
Water Type
Salt
Maximum Depth 7 feet / 2 meters
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