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Wrecks and Reefs

REEFS

There are two main reef systems that run parallel to our shoreline. The first one is in forty feet and the next one in sixty feet. There is broken reef that lies closer to shore and easily accessible at a depth of fifteen feet. But the landward facing edge of the outer reef (50'-60') by far holds the best of our reef diving. Inhabitants in this area include just about every species of fish in Paul Humann's books. For the more adventurous divers there are some large coral heads and deeper reefs that lie in ninety to one hundred thirty feet. These areas are less frequented by the majority of divers. The currents are generally light to medium through this area and parallel the reefs. This makes perfect conditions for drift diving and since the Under Pressure only takes six divers per trip, you have the freedom to dive in pairs if you choose. We also let our divers set their own profiles giving you all the time you need to explore at your own pace!

WRECKS

Just outside the Hillsboro inlet lies dozens of wrecks , by far the most aggressive artificial reef program ever launched. These wrecks range in depths from thirty feet to as deep as three hundred feet with the large number of them between seventy and one hundred thirty. There is wreck diving here for any level diver, beginner all the way through technical. Most all of these wrecks are diver friendly meaning doors removed,wiring stripped out, etc. There are also a few locations where you can drift multiple wrecks in the same dive !! So if wrecks are your thing you won't be disappointed here. Below is a list of a few of my personal favorites but this is only the tip of the iceburg. All sites listed below are within twenty minutes from the inlet and average one to two miles from shore.

Shark reef -- 60'

Anglin Pier reef -- 60'

Torpedo Ledge -- 60'

Blue Ridge -- 55'

Grouper Bend -- 60'

Lobster Lair -- 45'

Ho-Jo's / Hall of fame reef -- 30'

Pompano Drop-off -- 30'

Crackerjack reef -- 40'

Sammies reef -- 60'

Sunkist reef -- 60'

Razzle-Dazzle reef -- 60'

Lighthouse Ledge reef -- 60'

Abby Too reef -- 55'

Santuary reef -- 55'

Horseshoe/Lost Ledges reef -- 45'

Opal Towers reef -- 40'

Hillsboro Ledge reef -- 40'

Seperated Rocks reef -- 40'

Crab Cove reef -- 65'

Boca Artificial reef -- 60'

Moray Bend reef -- 60'

Florida foothills patch reef -- 80'-90'

Hillsboro deep edge reef -- 100'

For the more experienced there are many other deep reef options ! 100'-130'

Must present a certification card upon boarding.
All dives greater than 100' you must have an advanced card or show recent logged dives to that depth.
All divers must have an octopus/alternate air source and power inflator for their B.C.
Remember safety first !!

Sea Emperor -- 114' Danish Freighter -- 70'
United Caribbian -- 175' C.G. Cutter -- 70'
Hydro-Atlantic -- 300' Dredge -- 178' ( tech only)
Rodeo 25 -- 215' Freighter -- 126' (avdanced )
Qualman Tugs -- multi-wreck site 78'
Miller lite -- 186' Freighter -- 155' ( tech only )
Mariner 2 -- 110' tug/130' barge -- 110' ( advanced )
Qualman Barge -- 100' steel barge -- 70'
Tracy -- 132' supply boat -- 70'
Union Express -- 170' Freighter -- 108' (advanced )
Lowrance -- 435' Freighter -- 200' ( tech only )
Guy Harvey -- 185' Freighter -- 140 ( adv/tech)
Capt. Dan -- 175' C.G. Cutter -- 106' ( advanced )
Jay Scutti -- 97' Tug -- 70'
Hog Heaven -- 180' Barge -- 70'
Rebel -- 150' Freighter -- 110' ( advanced )
Mercedes -- 190' Freighter -- 90' ( advanced )
RSB-1 -- 160' Navy workboat -- 115' ( advanced )
These are just some of what is here, there are many more!

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Gold Coast Charter Services,Inc.

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