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Triumph Reef

3.7 — based on 13 community signals
4.3 12 species 41 contributors

Triumph Reef offers year-round diving in US waters with healthy coral and diverse marine life documented by the diving community.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Great barracuda

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
4.6 kn
Wave
0.48 m
Water
30.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (20%)
Now: NE (36°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.67m

Today: High 02:00 (+0.13m), Low 09:00 (-0.34m)

+0.2 m0 m-0.5 m
▲ 02:00 · +0.13m ▼ 09:00 · -0.34m ▲ 15:00 · +0.09m ▼ 21:00 · -0.24m Now +0.0m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV8.05 · very high Air PM2.53 · good 07:07 19:21
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 18.9 0.7 8 4mm
09-19 17.9 0.46 7 4mm
09-20 12.5 0.26 8 10mm
09-21 10.9 0.42 7 12mm
09-22 10.3 0.4 8 9mm
09-23 7.8 0.4 7 3mm
09-24 11.1 0.34 5 0mm

About this spot

Triumph Reef is a year-round dive destination in the United States known for its healthy coral ecosystem. The reef sits outside marine protected areas, making it accessible to divers seeking natural reef exploration. With 12 documented species observations and 3 community videos on record, the site has active diver engagement and a solid foundation of local knowledge. The reef's coral shows no signs of bleaching stress, indicating stable environmental conditions. This makes Triumph Reef a reliable choice for divers interested in viewing vibrant coral formations and the marine life that depends on them. The site attracts divers who value documented marine ecosystems and community-sourced dive information. Visibility, depth, and water temperature data aren't extensively documented, so contacting local dive operators familiar with the area will help you plan your trip. The year-round diving window means you can visit based on your schedule rather than seasonal constraints. Triumph Reef works well for divers who want to explore a less-crowded reef system supported by active community documentation.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Great barracuda

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 120V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 7123km · ~1638kg · €29

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Triumph Reef?

Triumph Reef is a year-round dive destination, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule and travel preferences rather than seasonal restrictions.

What depth and difficulty level is Triumph Reef?

Depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented in available records. Contact local dive operators in the area for specifics on depth ranges and skill recommendations before booking.

What marine life will I see at Triumph Reef?

The reef supports diverse marine life, with 12 documented species observations available. Healthy coral with no bleaching stress indicates a stable ecosystem. Local dive videos and operator guides offer the most detailed marine life information.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Triumph Reef?

Triumph Reef sits outside marine protected areas, so standard diving access applies. Check with local dive operators for any current regulations or requirements in your region.

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Verified marine species observations

57 records · 33 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Fasciolaria tulipa

Gastropoda · Fasciolariidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Jan 2026
×1records

Sesarmidae

Malacostraca · Sesarmidae
OBIS
Last seen:
7 Apr 2023
×1records

Stylasteridae

Hydrozoa · Stylasteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Nov 2019
×1records
Depth:
495 m

Trichechus manatus latirostris

Florida manatee
Mammalia · Trichechidae
OBIS
Last seen:
8 Jan 2018
×2records

Trichechus manatus latirostris

Florida manatee
Mammalia · Trichechidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Feb 2016
×1records

Millepora alcicornis

Fire coral
Hydrozoa · Milleporidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 2015
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Trichechus manatus latirostris

Florida manatee
Mammalia · Trichechidae
OBIS
Last seen:
24 Jan 2014
×1records

Farrea

Hexactinellida · Farreidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Jun 2011
×1records
Depth:
344 m

Hippolyte zostericola

NA
Malacostraca · Hippolytidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Apr 2011
×2records
Depth:
1–1 m

Thor floridanus

NA
Malacostraca · Thoridae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Apr 2011
×1records
Depth:
1 m

Thor floridanus

NA
Malacostraca · Thoridae
OBIS
Last seen:
28 Sept 2010
×1records
Depth:
2 m

Penaeus (Farfantepenaeus) duorarum

NA
Malacostraca · Penaeidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Sept 2010
×2records
Depth:
2–2 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

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1995 Triumph Reef, Florida Keys (USA)

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Mar (100/100) Worst: Sep (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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