Wrecks, reefs, and ledges
From shallow artificial reefs to offshore World War II wrecks, North Carolina has a wide range of diving. Below is an overview of the established dive sites from our original charter information page.
Alexander Ramsey / Liberty Ship
A large artificial reef resting in roughly 50 feet of water, popular for training and exploring its abundant marine life.
Offshore ledges
Dallas Rock, 23 Mile Ledge, Sue’s Ledge and Stacey’s Ledge are among the rocky outcroppings offering a wealth of marine life and occasional lobsters.
Dredge Wreck
A steam-powered barge carrying fire bricks that sank in approximately 60 feet of water. Sea turtles, amberjack, barracuda, grouper and eels are among the visitors.
Stone & Pocahontas Tugs
Two upright tugboat artificial reefs near the Dredge Wreck, with easy navigation and abundant marine life.
Hyde
A 215-foot hopper dredge sunk in 1988, approximately 18 miles offshore, upright in about 85 feet of water and often frequented by sand tiger sharks.
Markham
An artificial reef sunk in 1995, lying on its side in approximately 80 feet of water, with part of its hull rising toward 40 feet.
John D. Gill
The historic tanker WR-4, torpedoed in 1942; it rests in approximately 90 feet of water and has a large section of deck elevated above the bottom.
Cassimir
A shipwreck from a 1942 collision, resting at around 118 feet. Its stern, remaining columns and separated bow make for an interesting dive.
Normannia
A Danish freighter wrecked during a storm in 1924. Its engine and boilers are prominent and the old wreck supports exceptional sea life.