

Best for intermediate divers, 21m, boat entry, mild current.
The USS Chickasaw is an artificial reef located 4828 metres offshore, resting at a uniform depth of 21 metres. This wreck dive is suitable for intermediate divers comfortable with overhead environments and potential penetration hazards. The site features a mild current and visibility typically ranging between 6 and 8 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should be aware of active boat traffic in the area. Due to the overhead structure and surface vessel activity, the use of a surface marker buoy is essential for safe ascents. Typical dive times are approximately 45 minutes.
30.08210, -85.77940
Because this is a boat-access only site with no fixed facilities, confirm charter availability and any equipment rental options before you head out. Carry your own surface marker buoy as boat traffic makes unannounced ascents a real risk here.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
21m
Visibility
6-8m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
The site is rated for intermediate divers, primarily due to the presence of overhead environments and penetration hazards within the wreck.
The wreck sits at a uniform depth of 21 metres.
This is a boat-access only site located approximately 4828 metres from shore.
Divers must exercise caution regarding the overhead environment within the wreck and be aware of active boat traffic when ascending to the surface.
Water temperatures range from 17C in February to 27C in July and August.
Diving at USS Chickasaw in Upper Grand Lagoon requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at USS Chickasaw in Upper Grand Lagoon. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 27°C.