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Adolphus Busch
The Adolphus Busch was intentionally sunk in 1998 to create an artificial reef system. She sits intact and upright in 100-feet of water.
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Sombrero Reef
The Sombrero Reef extends from the base of the Sombrero Key Lighthouse. This protected reef area is one of th emost spectacular in the Keys. The shallow depths allow divers of all skills to enjoy this dive spot.
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Thunderbolt
This 188-foot military ship is the jewel of the Marathon wreck fleet. Sunk intentionally as a dive attraction in March 1986, she now sits perfectly upright in 115 feet of water offering 45 feet of relief.
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Marathon is situated at the mid-point of the Florida Keys island chain, which is why locals have declared their home "The Heart of the Keys."
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Member Reviews
by cato62, great site
Get GPS FROM info sheets available at dive shops in marathon or map. There was 2 -3 knts east current and vis was at least 50ft on the wreck.
Huge goliath grouper and Nausau. Also amberjack and cuda swimming above the wreck from 50 - 90 ft.
Bouy...
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by fizool, Best dive in the Middle Keys!
I have dove this wreck over 200 times. It is never the same. Recently, the four F@#k ups of Marathon Diving (Keith, Kai, Mike & I) did a celebratory dive (reunion dive) and drank a bottle of champagne in wheelhouse. Good times!!!
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by cmauldwin, HAnds down best reef in florida
its an underwater zoo...everything to be seen in the keys can be seen here...with 100 ft vis and the shallowness of the reef...you can see all colors and it makes for some great photography...i suggest snorkeling first and then diving bc youre gonna wa...
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