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Barco C-56
Coral-encrusted wreck dive with eagle rays and fish.
Scuba DivingBoatAdvanced27m
Artificial reefWreck
Local operator required
Guide-led wreck diving is the normal setup in Puerto Morelos.
Boat-based Puerto Morelos wreck dive with an artificial-reef profile, good marine life, and enough depth for experienced scuba.
About Barco C-56
Barco C-56 is a former U.S. Navy minesweeper wreck off Puerto Morelos that now serves as an artificial reef. The dive is a classic wreck circuit for experienced scuba, with coral-encrusted structure, fish life, and seasonal eagle rays moving through the site. Boat access and guide-led pacing keep it straightforward, but the depth and wreck profile still make it an experienced-diver day rather than a casual reef outing.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
This is a wreck dive at approximately 27 m and is described as suitable for experienced divers.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Puerto Morelos; local operators manage the wreck timing inside the marine-park setting.
Legal Notes
Follow marine-park and wreck-dive briefings; this is a guided artificial-reef site.
Where Is Barco C-56?
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Local Intel For Barco C-56
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Classic wreck circuit on a coral-encrusted artificial reef, suited to experienced divers who want structure and fish life without a complex penetration plan.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the wreck sits too deep for casual breath-hold use.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck depth and boat-access setup make this a scuba dive.
Wildlife at Barco C-56
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Barco C-56
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility20m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral4/5 · Healthy coral
Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety
Facilities4/5 · Good facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
