Best for intermediate divers, 17-61m, boat entry, moderate current.
Stetson Bank is a reef and artificial reef site located 129 kilometres from shore. Divers access this site via boat, with depths ranging from 17 to 61 metres and an average depth of 24 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility between 10 and 45 metres and moderate currents. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with typical dive times around 50 minutes. Night diving is permitted. Hazards include boat traffic, cold water, decompression risks, deep water, down currents, entanglement, low visibility, nitrogen narcosis, overhead environments, sea urchins, sharks, and sharp coral. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18C and 26C throughout the year.
28.16670, -94.30000
Follow the mooring line toward the bottom if you encounter murky green water at the surface.
Located 80 miles off the Texas coast, requiring a boat trip.
Recorded at this site
Depth
17-61m
Visibility
10-45m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Oct
The site ranges from 17 to 61 metres deep, with an average depth of 24 metres.
No, Stetson Bank is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and potential for strong currents.
Access is by boat only, located 129 kilometres from shore.
The best months to visit are May and October.
Diving at Stetson Bank in Texas requires the following certifications: Advanced, Nitrox, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Stetson Bank in Texas. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Stetson Bank in Texas are May and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Stetson Bank in Texas should be aware of lionfish, 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 Stetson Bank in Texas. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Stetson Bank in Texas typically ranges from 10 metres to 45 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
