

Best for intermediate divers, 20-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Tug Boat Janet is an artificial reef located 24 kilometres offshore from Panama City Beach. This wreck sits at depths between 20 and 30 metres, requiring boat access and intermediate diving skills. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. A sharp thermocline is often present, causing significant temperature drops below the surface layer. Hazards include entanglement risks within the wreck structure, deep water, and the presence of lionfish. Species recorded around this area include drum, croaker, slippery dick, crabs, bream, hermit crabs, sea hares, bluebottles, snails, and mullet. Divers should monitor depth gauges closely and prepare for variable conditions.
30.26399, -86.38508
Pack a wetsuit thick enough to handle the thermocline, as the temperature drop below it can be sharp even in summer. Check visibility conditions with your charter operator before heading out, since it can shift considerably at this site.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Species recorded around this area include drum, croaker, slippery dick, crabs, bream, hermit crabs, sea hares, bluebottles, snails, and mullet. Lionfish are also present at the site.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth and potential for entanglement risks.
The wreck sits at depths ranging from 20 to 30 metres.
This is a boat dive located 24 kilometres from the shore.
No, the site is located at depths of 20 to 30 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Tug Boat Janet in Destin requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Tug Boat Janet in Destin. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tug Boat Janet in Destin. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 26°C.
Divers at Tug Boat Janet in Destin should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Tug Boat Janet in Destin typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tug Boat Janet in Destin typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.