

Best for advanced divers, 12-44m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Eagle is a deliberately sunk vessel resting on a sandy bottom at depths reaching 44 metres, with the shallowest sections of the superstructure accessible at 12 metres. This advanced wreck dive requires boat access and careful planning due to moderate currents, significant depth, and overhead environments. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Divers should monitor nitrogen levels to manage narcosis and remain aware of boat traffic during ascents. Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, great barracuda, green sea turtles, and various angelfish. Bull sharks are also present in the vicinity. Always deploy an SMB before surfacing due to heavy boat traffic.
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Current direction and strength dictate where the fish stack up, so ask your charter crew about conditions before descending and plan your penetration dives on the shallower sections first to manage your gas and bottom time. Boat traffic on this site is significant, so maintain a controlled ascent and deploy your SMB well before reaching the surface.
Located 6 miles off Lower Matecumbe Key in the Florida Keys.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-44m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
28 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the significant depth, overhead environments, and potential for strong currents.
The wreck rests on a sandy bottom at depths up to 44 metres, with the shallowest parts of the superstructure at 12 metres.
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, great barracuda, green sea turtles, French and queen angelfish, and various wrasses.
This is a boat dive located approximately 11 kilometres from shore, requiring a boat charter to access the site.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling as the shallowest part of the wreck is at 12 metres depth.
Diving at The Eagle Wreck in Islamorada requires the following certifications: Advanced, Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Eagle Wreck in Islamorada. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Divers at The Eagle Wreck in Islamorada 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.
Expect moderate currents at The Eagle Wreck in Islamorada. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at The Eagle Wreck in Islamorada typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.