North Inlet Reef - Steel Pup Tents - North Carolina

North Inlet Reef, affectionately known for its "Steel Pup Tents," offers a structure dive unique to North Carolina. Divers typically find themselves exploring a series of steel domes, creating an artificial reef that attracts schooling fish and the occasional loggerhead turtle. It’s a good spot for those looking to see how quickly structure can become a habitat, especially when visibility is playing ball. This site is generally suitable for experienced open water divers.

Location
North Carolina, United States, North America
Coordinates
33.343468, -79.015366
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: North Inlet-Winyah Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

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Marine Life in North Carolina

Home to 42 recorded species including 38 reef fish, 2 clams & mussels, 2 other.

Notable Species