

Best for advanced divers, 61m, boat entry, mild current.
UB-88 is a First World War German U-boat resting upright on the seafloor at a depth of 61 metres. This technical dive site requires trimix or rebreather certification due to the significant depth and mandatory decompression obligations. The wreck serves as an artificial reef, though divers must manage entanglement risks when exploring the overhead environment. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Water temperatures are cool, fluctuating between 13 and 16 degrees Celsius, making a drysuit or high-grade wetsuit essential. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should carry a surface marker buoy and reel for the ascent due to constant local boat traffic.
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Confirm your gas plan and deco schedule before splashing since the 61-metre depth leaves no margin for error with a standard back-gas rig. Bring a surface marker buoy and reel for the ascent, as boat traffic in Southern California waters is constant.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
61m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-16°C
Current
Mild
No, this site is for advanced technical divers only. It requires trimix or rebreather certification to safely manage the 61-metre depth and decompression requirements.
The wreck sits at a depth of 61 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
No, snorkeling is not possible at this site due to the extreme depth of the wreck.
The primary hazards include the significant depth, decompression requirements, potential for entanglement in the overhead environment, and local boat traffic.
Diving at UB-88 in Long Beach requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck, Deep, Technical, Trimix, Rebreather. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at UB-88 in Long Beach. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 16°C.
UB-88 in Long Beach typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at UB-88 in Long Beach typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.