

Best for intermediate divers, 8-31m, boat entry, mild current.
Atlantic Beach Reef AR-315 is an artificial reef and wreck site located 6667 metres off the coast of Morehead City. The site features a varied topography with depths ranging from 8 to 31 metres, averaging 15 metres. Divers must access the site by boat. Conditions are variable, with visibility between 5 and 20 metres and mild currents. Due to the depth and potential for surge, entanglement, and boat traffic, this site is suited for intermediate divers. A cutting tool is recommended for the wreck structure, and a surface marker buoy should be deployed on every ascent to maintain safety near surface vessels.
34.67333, -76.74138
With visibility varying this much, check local conditions before committing to the dive, as post-storm surges can drop visibility to the lower end of that range quickly. Entanglement risk on the wreck structure means a cutting tool should be considered standard kit on this site.
Located 3.5 nm from Beaufort Inlet at the Fort Macon jetty.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-31m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth, potential for surge, and entanglement risks associated with the wreck structure.
The depth ranges from 8 to 31 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat dive located 6667 metres from shore; a boat is required to reach the site.
Hazards include boat traffic, deep water, entanglement risks on the wreck, sharp structures, surge, and variable visibility.
A cutting tool is recommended due to entanglement risks on the wreck, and a surface marker buoy should be used on all ascents to alert boat traffic.
Diving at Atlantic Beach Reef AR-315 in Morehead City requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Atlantic Beach Reef AR-315 in Morehead City are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Atlantic Beach Reef AR-315 in Morehead City typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Atlantic Beach Reef AR-315 in Morehead City typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.