

Best for advanced divers, 18-40m, boat entry, strong current.
The Duane is a 327-foot decommissioned US Coast Guard cutter resting upright on a sandy bottom at 40 metres. The wreck serves as an artificial reef, with its superstructure rising to approximately 18 metres. This site is intended for advanced divers, as it features strong currents, deep conditions, and potential overhead environments within the structure. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Divers must use a boat to access the site, which is located 1600 metres from shore. Night diving is permitted, offering a different perspective of the vessel. Proper wreck and deep diving certifications are required to navigate the structure safely.
24.59380, -80.22920
Current runs hard across the wreck and can shift direction, so descend the anchor or mooring line directly and stay alert to surge around the superstructure. Plan your bottom time conservatively given the 40-metre maximum depth, and surface with enough gas to manage a safety stop in moving water.
Enter the water from the boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
No, this site is for advanced divers only. It requires specific wreck and deep diving certifications due to the 40-metre maximum depth and challenging current conditions.
The wreck rests on a sandy bottom at 40 metres, with the superstructure rising to approximately 18 metres.
The Duane is a boat dive located 1600 metres from shore. A boat is required to reach the site.
The site experiences strong currents that can shift direction. Visibility generally ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures vary between 24C and 28C throughout the year.
No, this is an advanced deep wreck dive site with a minimum depth of 18 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Duane in Key Largo requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Duane in Key Largo. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Duane in Key Largo. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
Divers at Duane in Key Largo should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.