

Best for beginner divers, 1-9m, boat entry, mild current.
Mike's Wreck, also known as the Hannah M. Bell, is a wreck and reef site located in John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Situated 9600 metres from shore, this site requires boat access. Divers can expect depths ranging from 1 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. The site features mild currents and visibility typically between 20 and 35 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, fluctuating between 24 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to its shallow nature and conditions, the site is suitable for beginners. Guided tours are available for those visiting the area.
25.14455, -80.25655
A hands-free camera is useful for examining smaller remnants of the vessel while protecting yourself from entanglements.
Located on Elbow Reef between buoy E2 and buoy E3, a few hundred feet from the Elbow Reef lighthouse.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 9m
Visibility
20-35m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners given the shallow average depth of 7 metres and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Access to the site is by boat only, as it is located 9600 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 24 degrees Celsius in January to 30 degrees Celsius in August.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic in the area.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mike's Wreck (Aka Hannah M. Bell) in Key Largo. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.