SS Copenhagen Shipwreck
Protected Area
SS Copenhagen Underwater Archaeological Preserve
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, seahorses and sea turtles - SS Copenhagen Shipwreck offers some of Florida Keys's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 19-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
The SS Copenhagen is one of those wrecks that really feels like a piece of history, rather than just a pile of metal. We love that it’s less about penetration and more about tracing the ghostly outlines of a 19th-century steamer, especially the massive anchor chain still snaking across the seabed. You’ll find yourself weaving through the broken hull plates and cargo holds, now colonised by Sunray Lettuce Coral and teeming with Porkfish and Grunts. Our favourite moments here are watching the Nurse Sharks resting under ledges, completely unbothered, or spotting the tiny Rosy Blennies peeking out from crevices. It’s a shallower wreck, making it ideal for longer bottom times and really soaking in the atmosphere, suitable for anyone comfortable navigating around scattered wreckage. We’d suggest going on a calm morning; the visibility can really make the difference here.
Typical SS Copenhagen Shipwreck Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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AQUI Water Sports
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The Scuba Store
Hydrotherapy Dive Charters LLC
Underseas Sports
Neritic Diving
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SS Copenhagen Shipwreck
SS Copenhagen Shipwreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SS Copenhagen Shipwreck, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: 8725520 - Fort Myers, FL (28km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
81°F · Range: 20.9–31.1°C
Air Temperature
26°C
79°F
Current Speed
0 cm/s
Direction: S (180°)
Salinity
35.98 PSU
Wind Speed
2.7 m/s
5.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.5 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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