SS Atlas
Protected Area
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - SS Atlas offers some of North Carolina's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 12-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The SS Atlas in North Carolina always delivers a solid wreck dive. We’ve found her usually sitting upright, offering clear access to the bow and stern sections. Penetration is possible for trained wreck divers, with an engine room and cargo holds to explore, but there's plenty to see on the exterior alone. Look for sand tiger sharks often patrolling the deeper parts, especially around the stern, and big schools of baitfish swirling through the superstructure. It's a dive that suits those comfortable with deeper wrecks and a bit of current, which can sometimes pick up here.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SS Atlas
SS Atlas Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SS Atlas, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (34.6, -76.6) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
23°C
73°F · Range: 19.9–26.4°C
Air Temperature
20°C
67°F
Wind Speed
1.8 m/s
3.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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