This dive site, located off the Broward County coast along the 2nd Reef line, extends North and South. The reef’s surface reaches approximately 6 feet (20'). It's a fantastic location for drift dives and offers excellent opportunities for night diving explorations. A short boat trip from Port Everglades Inlet provides easy access to this rewarding dive experience. Notably, the area is teeming with schooling fish – don't miss the chance to observe these impressive gatherings.
Barracuda Reef
Shallow Florida reef drift dive with abundant schooling fish.
Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Sergeant Major
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Turtle
Sea Turtle
Gorgonian
Brain Coral
Nurse Shark
Hawksbill Sea Turtle
Barracuda
Spiny Squat Lobster
French Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow reef top and gentle currents suit beginners, while experienced divers enjoy the rewarding drift and marine biodiversity.
Hazards:
currentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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Extensive shallow reef system perfect for relaxing drift dives.
