Looe Key Reef & HMS Looe Suggest edit

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IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

50 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The HMS Looe, a British warship, sank on Looe Key Reef in 1744, and divers can explore scattered wreckage remains on the reef.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Permits are required for diving in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
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Bottom types:
coral sand rubble Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the reef and wreck; early morning or late afternoon for best lighting.

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