Wreck diving Scuba Diving in Florida, the Worlds Ultimate Diving Experience

Tug and Barge or Train Wheel Wreck

(Elbow Reef)

Dropped onto the reef circa 1920 this cargo transport ship was carrying train racks and wheels for the Flagler railroad..

If you go wreck diving, scuba diving to this site it's just 6-9m (20-30ft) down, part of the wreck together with the train wheels remains visible, the rest forming part of the reef covered in an array of coral especially Elkhorn.

Being part of the Elbow Reef ensures clear blue waters, full of colorful fish life.
Especially snapper, porkfish, goatfish, angelfish, and butterfly fish.

This area is regularly used for night diving, scuba diving training, snorkeling and all manner of training dives.

Terence’s Notes

Train Wreck
Depth: 6-9m (20-30ft)
Visibility: 12-39m (40-120ft)
Wreck and Night Dive
Plenty of fish
Novice to intermediate
Snorkeling: Yes (Excellent)

Terence’s Log

I couldn’t believe how crystal clear and warm the water was on this reef and I enjoyed the diving. Scuba diving on this reef brings you close to some gorgeous corals.

The Elkhorn coral formations were stunning and I was entertained by the vast schools of snapper than swam close by to the wreck.

An excellent dive with amazing visibility on this dive.

One of the attractions of Florida Key scuba diving is that you will be able to take underwater photographs or underwater videos such as the one below. With excellent light and clear waters you will be able to get some excellent shots.

This video was taken at Elbow Reef and it gives you an idea of what to expect when diving off the Florida coast (Press the button second right on the bottom of the video player to see it in full screen)...