

Best for advanced divers, 27-29m, boat entry, mild current.
The Brass Wreck is an artificial reef located 37 kilometres offshore from Pensacola. This site sits at depths between 27 and 29 metres, requiring advanced and wreck diving certifications for access. Divers reach the wreck via boat charter. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The site features an overhead environment with potential entanglement risks, necessitating careful navigation and the use of primary and backup torches. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18 and 27 degrees Celsius throughout the year, requiring appropriate exposure protection. Due to the depth and overhead structure, divers must manage task loading and monitor their depth closely during the dive.
30.21422, -87.05360
Check visibility reports before committing to any penetration, as the 10-metre lower end of the visibility range changes the risk profile inside the wreck considerably. Bring a primary and backup torch regardless of how clear the water looks on the surface.
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Depth
27-29m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-27°C
Current
Mild
The site sits at a depth of 27 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 27 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers and requires both advanced and wreck diving certifications.
Access is by boat only, typically via a local boat charter.
No, this is a deep wreck site intended for scuba diving, not snorkelling.
Hazards include the deep profile, potential for entanglement, variable visibility, and the overhead environment of the wreck.
Diving at Brass Wreck in Pensacola requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Brass Wreck in Pensacola. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 27°C.
Brass Wreck in Pensacola typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Brass Wreck in Pensacola typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.