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Outer Banks
North Carolina, United States3 dive sites
About This Area
The Outer Banks is famous as the 'Graveyard of the Atlantic' with an estimated 3,000 shipwrecks along its coast. This barrier island chain offers both shore and boat diving opportunities, including the famous Triangle Wrecks and USS Huron. The area combines rich maritime history with accessible diving.
Features
- •Historic Graveyard of the Atlantic
- •3,000+ shipwrecks along the coast
- •Shore diving opportunities
- •Triangle Wrecks accessible from beach
- •USS Huron Historic Shipwreck Preserve
- •Mix of beginner and advanced sites
Diving Tips
- •Shore diving requires local knowledge to locate sites
- •Surf conditions can be challenging
- •Contact local dive shops for site directions
- •Triangle Wrecks not recommended for beginners
- •Strong currents and changing conditions possible
- •Best diving during calmer weather periods
