

Best for advanced divers, 7-24m, boat entry, moderate current.
Gunsmoke is an artificial reef and wreck site located approximately 32 kilometres offshore in Tampa Bay. The site features depths ranging from 7 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres. Access to this location requires a boat. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility that fluctuates between 5 and 25 metres. Due to the depth, potential for entanglement, and presence of sharks, this site is intended for advanced divers. Typical bottom times are around 45 minutes. Water temperatures vary throughout the year, ranging from 19C in the winter months to 29C in August.
27.55800, -83.08600
The wreck is located about 20 miles offshore.
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Depth
7-24m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, potential for entanglement, and current conditions.
The site ranges from 7 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 21 metres.
A boat is required to reach this site, which is located 32186 metres from shore.
Hazards include the depth of the wreck, potential for entanglement, low visibility, strong currents, and the presence of sharks.
Diving at Gunsmoke in Tampa requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gunsmoke in Tampa. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 29°C.
Expect moderate currents at Gunsmoke in Tampa. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Gunsmoke in Tampa typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.