Wickstrom Reef Technical Wreck Dive Charter

Wickstrom Reef is a deep artificial reef off Martin County near St. Lucie Inlet. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission lists the site at 188 feet with 50 feet of relief and records the wreck as a 168-foot vessel deployed in January 2003. Stuart Scuba lists this as a technical dive only.

See the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission artificial reef inventory for the state’s reef record. Charter profiles and requirements should be confirmed directly with Stuart Scuba.

Important dive planning

• The page describes deep decompression diving with mixed gas; the operator must confirm each diver’s certification, gas plan, equipment and approval.
• Current and sea conditions vary. The captain may change or cancel the plan based on conditions and diver qualifications.
• This is not an entry-level or recreational charter. Do not book without appropriate current technical training and experience.

Charter logistics

Confirm the date-specific meeting location, departure time, inclusions, equipment requirements and current price in the live charter listing. Stuart Scuba’s retail and training shop is at 3317 SE Federal Highway in Stuart.

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Wickstrom Reef Technical Wreck Dive FAQs

Where is Wickstrom Reef?

Wickstrom Reef is an offshore artificial reef near St. Lucie Inlet in Martin County. The captain confirms the route and drop point for your charter.

How deep is Wickstrom Reef?

FWC records a depth of 188 feet and 50 feet of relief. We’ll confirm the profile planned for your date with the operator.

How large is the vessel?

FWC records the Wickstrom Reef wreck as a 168-foot vessel.

When was Wickstrom Reef deployed?

FWC’s artificial reef inventory records a deployment date of January 21, 2003.

Is this a recreational dive?

No. This is a technical wreck dive. You need appropriate advanced training and operator approval.

What certification is required?

Certification requirements depend on your trip. Contact us with your technical credentials and recent dive experience before booking.

Is mixed gas required?

Yes. This is a mixed-gas technical dive. We’ll confirm the gas requirements with the operator; never choose a gas outside your training.

Does the dive require decompression?

This is a deep technical dive involving decompression. The operator must approve your team’s plan and qualifications.

What equipment is needed?

We recommend technical equipment and redundant gas systems, including an SMB for ascent signaling. Contact us for the current equipment list.

Can an Advanced Open Water diver book?

No. Recreational certification alone does not qualify you for this technical dive. Contact us before booking to review your training and experience.

How strong is the current?

Currents can be strong. Conditions change, and the captain decides whether the dive proceeds.

What visibility should I expect?

We can’t guarantee visibility. It varies with conditions, season, and current; contact us for a forecast for your date.

What marine life may be present?

You may see grouper, amberjack, spadefish, and Warsaw grouper. Sightings are not guaranteed.

Where does the charter depart?

Most charters depart from Riviera Beach City Marina, but your trip may use a different location. We’ll confirm the meeting point and time. Our shop is at 3317 SE Federal Highway in Stuart.

Is the Stuart shop the boat departure point?

No. Our Stuart location is our retail and training shop. We’ll confirm the boat’s departure point and arrival time for your charter.

How many dives are included?

The number of dives and schedule depend on your date. Contact us and we’ll confirm the plan.

What is included in the charter price?

Inclusions vary by date. Contact us to confirm the current price, boat, crew, gas, and support services for your charter.

Can the captain change the dive plan?

Yes. Weather, current, sea state, and diver qualifications may require a different plan or cancellation.

Can a technical diver request Wickstrom Reef?

You can request Wickstrom Reef when booking, but the captain and operator approve the site and team based on conditions and qualifications.

How do I inquire about this dive?

Call us at (772) 600-8288 with your technical certifications, recent experience, and preferred date.