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Lying in 25 feet of water, about 5 miles west of Key West, this debris field from the 300 foot USN destroyer USS Amesbury. The vessel is broken in half and the stern can be a boating hazard. Be cautious around the rough metal of the stern. Best known for its diverse marine life.

Sitting in 90 feet of water on the Ten-Fathom Ledge, the All-Alone is a 75 foot tugboat with a split hull. Well known for its sea life which includes the larger species like grouper, barracuda and snook.

Sitting in 75 feet of water about ½ mile south of the Western Sambo Reef. The tug is intact and in really good condition but be cautious of hanging debris when you enter. Nice photo op.

Located in 60-90 feet of water, 6 miles south of Key West; 1 mile SW of the Nine Foot Stake. This is an advanced level dive due to strong currents, the depth and the ability to access the inside of the wreck.

Two miles due east of Sand Key; 6 miles south of Key West this is a SPA site and a “No Take” area. It is marked with a steel beam at the west end. Large corals and sometimes lobsters.

Sitting in 65 feet of water on the sandy bottom, this is a good dive for all skill levels. Lots of photo opportunities with marine life and the broken structure of the 75 foot steel hulled harbor tug.

Located about 25 miles west of Key West in waters ranging from 5 to 70 feet. The Marquesas Keys are 10 mangrove islands in shallow water 6 miles south of the Marquesas Keys. The area continues the Atlantic reef line running east to west. Watch for rip currents.

Located 1 mile west of #1 marker and 4 miles south of Key West, marked by a 9 foot tall piling (which gave it the name) and with depths of 15-30 feet. This a great novice dive site as well as a great night dive site. It offers great photo opportunities. 2 mooring buoys are available.

Located 1 mile east of Sand Key and marked by reef mooring buoys depths range from 5 to 35 feet. Great corals and crevices to explore. This is a SPA area – no fishing or lobstering allowed. Large concrete beams and pebble ballast are in the reef area.

Located 7 miles southwest of Key West, this site has a 110 foot red iron light house and several buoys. Depths from shallow wading to 70 feet are within this SPA area site. No fishing or lobstering. Use a mooring buoy and beware of FIRE CORAL.