Wreck of Queen Anne's Revenge - North Carolina

The thought of diving Blackbeard’s ship always gets us going. We’re talking about the Queen Anne’s Revenge off North Carolina, a wreck that carries some serious history. Forget perfect visibility, this isn't the Caribbean. This is a dive for those who appreciate history more than coral, for divers who don’t mind a bit of a hunt in murkier conditions. What you're really diving into here is a feeling, a connection to the past. The wreck site itself, spread across the seabed, feels less like a single ship and more like an archaeological dig. We love finning over sections of ballast stone, imagining the weight they carried, and spotting cannon scattered about – heavy, silent reminders of a piratical past. Visibility can swing wildly from 10 metres to just a few, so be prepared to get close and personal with the relics. You'll often find sand tiger sharks cruising the perimeter, especially in summer, and schools of baitfish shimmer over the remains, a living counterpoint to the sunken history. It's a proper wreck dive, one where the story feels tangible.

Location

North Carolina, United States, North America

Coordinates

34.693100, -76.669400

Type

wreck

Marine Protected Area: Fort Macon State Park Dedicated Nature Preserve