

Best for advanced divers, 18-41m, boat entry, strong current.
The Spiegel Grove is a 510-foot dock landing ship serving as an artificial reef in the Molasses Reef Area. This advanced dive site features long passageways and internal structures, including a notable Snoopy figure riding an alligator. Depths range from 18 to 41 metres, requiring boat access due to its location 9656 metres from shore. Divers should be prepared for strong currents and variable visibility reaching up to 30 metres. Given the depth and overhead environments, the site presents hazards including decompression, nitrogen narcosis, and entanglement. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23C and 27C throughout the year.
25.06670, -80.30600
Do not enter any opening below 90 feet or below the main deck, even with advanced certifications.
Mooring buoys provide convenient boating tie-offs.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-41m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-27°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is designated for advanced divers due to its depth, strong currents, and overhead environments.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 18 to 41 metres.
Boat access is required to reach the Spiegel Grove, which is located approximately 9656 metres from the shore.
Due to the depth of the wreck, this site is primarily intended for scuba diving rather than snorkelling.
Divers should be aware of risks including decompression, nitrogen narcosis, entanglement, strong currents, and overhead environments within the ship.
Diving at Spiegel Grove in Key Largo requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Spiegel Grove in Key Largo. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 27°C.
Spiegel Grove in Key Largo can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Spiegel Grove in Key Largo typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.