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Dive the Mariner II Barge - A South Florida Wreck Dive SiteType: Anchor / Drift Depth range: 117' - 126' Suggested Skill Level: Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent experience. Location: Approximately 1 mile south of Hillsboro inlet, north of the Mariner II Tug in 126' Description: The barge is 110' long and 40' wide, upright, bow pointing south and surrounded sand and coral rubble. There is a cable attached to the bow leading south to a 10' square box, keep going and you will come to the Mariner II Tug. These two vessels were sunk simultaneously (see 2nd photo). Lots of big fish swim to and from these wrecks, some have sited Billfish here on occasion. History: Mariner II Barge & Tug were sunk on May 1, 1993. |
