

Best for intermediate divers, 18-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Dredge Wreck Reef AR-382 features the 86-foot tug R R Stone, which serves as an artificial reef located 19.3 kilometres offshore from Wilmington. The wreck sits at depths between 18 and 20 metres, offering visibility ranging from 10 to 20 metres. This site is suitable for intermediate divers, with mild currents typically present. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, surge, and entanglement risks from wreck debris. Boat access is required to reach the site, and night diving is permitted. Typical dive times are approximately 40 minutes, with water temperatures fluctuating between 13C and 25C throughout the year.
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Check sea conditions before heading out, as surface swell can push surge down to the wreck and make close-up work on the hull awkward. Treat all penetration points with caution given the entanglement risk, and keep an eye on boat traffic during your ascent and safety stop.
The site is located 10.6 nautical miles from the Carolina Beach Inlet sea buoy.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
18-20m
Visibility
10-20m
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 and requires both open water and advanced certification.
The wreck sits at an average depth of 18 metres, with a depth range of 18 to 20 metres.
This is a boat dive located 19.3 kilometres from shore; a boat is required to access the site.
Divers should remain alert for boat traffic during surfacing, monitor surge and swell conditions, and be cautious of entanglement risks from wreck debris.
The site is primarily a dive location given the depth of 18 to 20 metres.
Diving at Dredge Wreck Reef AR-382 - 86 Tug R R STONE in Carolina Beach requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Dredge Wreck Reef AR-382 - 86 Tug R R STONE in Carolina Beach. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Dredge Wreck Reef AR-382 - 86 Tug R R STONE in Carolina Beach are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Dredge Wreck Reef AR-382 - 86 Tug R R STONE in Carolina Beach typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Dredge Wreck Reef AR-382 - 86 Tug R R STONE in Carolina Beach typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.