The Eagle Wreck
Protected Area
Alligator Reef Sanctuary Preserva Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, seahorses and sea turtles - The Eagle Wreck offers some of Florida Keys's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 19-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Eagle is a purpose-sunk wreck off Lower Matecumbe Key, now sitting upright in about 34 metres of water. We often find the visibility here to be surprisingly good, especially on an incoming tide. The stern is the deepest point, and you can swim through the holds, which are home to big schools of grunt and snapper. Look out for goliath grouper lurking in the shadows, particularly in late summer. It’s a great dive for advanced open water divers who enjoy exploring a substantial wreck with plenty of resident marine life.
Typical The Eagle Wreck Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
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.
Nearest Dive Centres to The Eagle Wreck
Dive shops near The Eagle Wreck
Islamorada Dive Center
Deep Sea Scuba
Key Dives
Florida Keys Dive Center
Conch Republic Divers
Florida Sea Base
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Eagle Wreck
The Eagle Wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for The Eagle Wreck, 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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