Destin is home to 580+ artificial reef sites. GPS coordinates for the most legendary fishing and dive spots off the Emerald Coast.
360-foot WWII liberty ship sunk April 17, 1977. One of the most popular dive sites off Destin.
480-foot WWII liberty ship sunk November 1976. The largest artificial reef in the area.
250-foot wooden hull ship that sank in the 1800s. One of the oldest wrecks in the region.
105-foot tugboat sunk during a hurricane. Popular bottom fishing spot for snapper and grouper.
200-foot barge sunk in 1977. A Destin classic known for holding big amberjack and red snapper.
Sunken tugboat sitting in 100 feet of water. Excellent structure for grouper and tropicals.
95-foot steel tugboat, also known as the Crystal Beach Tug. Great shallow-water dive and fishing spot.
77-foot shrimp boat once used as an aerial gunnery target. Now a thriving reef ecosystem.
Six M-60 battle tanks sunk December 19, 1994. An underwater military graveyard teeming with fish.
M-60 tank turrets sunk May 21, 1998. Deep enough for serious bottom dwellers like grouper.
Military steel barges deployed from Eglin Air Force Base. Consistent producer of red snapper.
Military landing craft from Eglin AFB sitting in 90 feet of water. Great structure fishing.
Natural rock ledge and one of Destin's most famous fishing spots. Monster AJs year round.
Natural rock reef system 5 miles offshore. Consistent action for snapper, grouper, and triggerfish.
Natural rock reef 4 miles out from Destin Pass. Easy day trip with excellent bottom fishing.
Large natural rock complex. Excellent spot for big amberjack and red snapper.
Natural rock reef system known among locals. Multiple waypoints with diverse marine life.
One of the larger natural reef formations in state waters. Reliable producer for bottom species.
Barge loaded with 22 old round gas storage tanks, sunk July 1992. Unique structure attracts big fish.
Sunken railroad boxcars forming an artificial reef. Multiple sites in 70 feet of water.
Extensive concrete pyramid reef system with 14+ waypoints. Great for snapper and sheepshead.
29+ concrete pyramid sites spread across a large area. One of the biggest reef complexes near Destin.
Sunken houseboat and reef balls in shallow water. Perfect for kayak fishing and snorkeling.
Steel cages filled with tires and concrete dumped in 1989. Old-school reef that still produces.
Coordinates in degree:decimal minutes (NAD 83). Always verify with current charts before navigating.
View All 580+ Reef Sites →Florida fishing regulations for the Gulf of Mexico. Always check MyFWC.com for current seasons.
Federal season typically June-July. Florida state waters may have extended season. Min 16" total length, 2 per person/day.
State waters: Jun 1 - Dec 31. Federal: Jun 1 - Dec 31. Min 24" total length, 2 per person/day within 4-grouper aggregate.
Season varies year to year. Min 34" fork length, 1 per person/day. Check FWC for current open/closed dates.
Gulf season typically opens in spring. Min 15" fork length, 1 per person/day. Popular on artificial reefs.
Open year-round. Min 12" total length, 15 per person/day. Great target around Crab Island structure.
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