Manager's Message

With the “dog days of summer” having arrived, the underwater wreck of the San Pedro is a perfect spot to jump into the water and cool off! Located approximately one mile due south of Indian Key Historic State Park, in only 18 feet of water, the site provides visitors a glimpse of a true shipwreck. The San Pedro was a Spanish ship that left Havana, Cuba bound for Spain, and was lost in a hurricane in 1733.

We have installed five mooring buoys for visitors to tie up to while enjoying the site. If you are planning a visit, please bring plenty of fluids and sunscreen. Also, a Diver-Down flag is required!

- Melba Nezbed, Park Manager

Welcome to San Pedro Underwater Archaeological Preserve State Park

This underwater archaeological preserve features a submerged shipwreck that is available for diving and snorkeling. Part of a Spanish flotilla, the San Pedro was a 287-ton, Dutch-built ship which sank in a hurricane on July 13, 1733. Her remains were discovered in 1960 in Hawk Channel near Indian Key. After major salvage efforts in the 1960s, all that remains of San Pedro is a large pile of ballast stones covering an area 90 feet long and 30 feet wide. The underwater site has been enhanced with seven replica cannons, an anchor, and an information plaque. Visitors can also appreciate the marine life that occupies the site. Located in 18 feet of water, approximately 1.25 nautical miles south from Indian Key at GPS coordinates 24 degrees 51.802'N, 80 degrees 40.795'W. To prevent anchor damage, please tie up to mooring buoys located at the site.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about San Pedro Underwater Archaeological Preserve State Park, please call 305-664-2540.

Hours of Operation

Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

Driving Directions

San Pedro Underwater Archaeological Preserve State Park is located in 18 feet of water, approximately 1.25 nautical miles south from Indian Key at GPS coordinates: 24 degrees 51.802’N 80 degrees 40.795’W

Park Fees

Please call the Park for information at 305-664-2540.

San Pedro Underwater Archaeological Preserve State Park

P.O. Box 1052
Islamorada, Florida 33036
Phone: 305-664-2540
Fax: Contact Park for Number

Citizen Support Organization

Friends of Islamorada Area State Parks, Inc.
P.O. Box 236
Islamorada, FL 33036