

Best for intermediate divers, 3-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Blackfish Bank Reef is an artificial reef and wreck site in the Chesapeake Bay, offering a layered topography for intermediate divers. The site ranges from 3 to 20 metres in depth, with an average depth of 19 metres. Visibility typically spans 5 to 10 metres, requiring methodical navigation near the structures. Conditions feature mild currents and water temperatures ranging from 6 to 21 degrees Celsius. Divers must be aware of entanglement risks posed by the wreck and active boat traffic overhead. A boat is required to reach this site, which is located over 10 kilometres from the shore. Always carry a cutting tool and use a delayed surface marker buoy for safe ascents.
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The reef is constructed in two phases with tanks near a buoy and railcars located several hundred yards to the east.
The site is located 5.8 nautical miles southeast of Assateague Beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-20m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
6-21°C
Current
Mild
The site ranges from 3 to 20 metres deep, with an average depth of 19 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth, potential for entanglement, and active boat traffic.
Access is by boat only, as the site is located approximately 10,742 metres from the shore.
Primary hazards include entanglement risks from the wreck structure, significant depth, and active boat traffic at the surface.
Diving at Blackfish Bank Reef in Chincoteague requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Blackfish Bank Reef in Chincoteague. Water temperatures range from 6°C to 21°C.
Blackfish Bank Reef in Chincoteague typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Blackfish Bank Reef in Chincoteague typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.