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USS Naeco Suggest edit

Cape Lookout Suggest · North Carolina, Cape Lookout Suggest
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IntermediateDifficulty
IntermediateRecommended cert
30Max dive depth
30.0 mSite max depth
10.0–20.0 mVisibility
MildCurrent
ModerateSurge
40 minAvg dive time
May to OctoberBest months
24.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)
10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

The USS Naeco is a historic shipwreck located off the coast of Cape Lookout, North Carolina. This vessel was a cargo ship that sank during World War II and now serves as an artificial reef, attracting a variety of marine life.

Divers can explore the wreckage of the USS Naeco, which lies on the ocean floor, providing opportunities to see marine life such as fish, corals, and possibly larger species. The wreck is relatively intact, offering divers a glimpse into maritime history.

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