

The Proteus is a shipwreck located off Hollywood Beach, serving as an artificial reef. The site sits at depths between 15 and 22 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres. Visibility at the wreck typically ranges from 12 to 21 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for variable currents that can shift without warning. Due to the presence of sharp metal and structural hazards, good buoyancy control is essential to avoid entanglement. Divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic on the surface, particularly during weekends, and are advised to use a surface marker buoy during ascent.
25.70552, -80.08733
If you look close in the hold, you may still be able to find a license plate from the ship's time as a garbage barge.
Boat access required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-22m
Visibility
12-21m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-28°C
The wreck lies at depths between 15 and 22 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres.
No, the Proteus is accessible by boat only.
Divers should watch for sharp metal and structural hazards that pose an entanglement risk. Additionally, be aware of variable currents and regular boat traffic on the surface.
An Open Water certification plus a wreck specialty or equivalent experience is required.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Proteus Wreck in Miami. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 28°C.
Visibility at Proteus Wreck in Miami typically ranges from 12 metres to 21 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.