

Best for beginner divers, 12-18m, boat entry, mild current.
The Mathew Lawrence is an artificial reef wreck located 4800 metres off Hollywood Beach. Resting at depths between 12 and 18 metres with an average of 15 metres, this site is suitable for beginner divers. Access is by boat only, and the area features mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius. Divers should be aware of active boat traffic in the vicinity and must use a surface marker buoy during ascents. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, and various wrasses.
25.81100, -80.07338
A plaque dedicating the ship to Mathew Lawrence is attached to the top of the pilot house.
The site is reached by boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
12-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
While not confirmed at this exact site, species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, wrasses, and occasionally West Indian Manatee, Ridley Turtle, and Spotted Eagle Ray.
Yes, the Mathew Lawrence is considered suitable for beginner divers due to the manageable depths and mild currents.
The wreck sits at depths ranging from 12 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 4800 metres from the shore.
The main hazard is active boat traffic. Divers must maintain a surface marker buoy at all times during ascent and stay close to the vessel during entry and exit.
Diving at Mathew Lawrence in Miami Beach requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mathew Lawrence in Miami Beach. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Mathew Lawrence in Miami Beach typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Mathew Lawrence in Miami Beach typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.