

Best for advanced divers, 22-32m, boat entry, strong current.
The Lillian Luckenback is a penetrable wreck located in the Chesapeake Bay, resting at depths between 22 and 32 metres. This site is suited for advanced divers due to its depth, strong currents, and potential overhead environments. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 12 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 8C and 22C. Divers should be prepared for cold water, entanglement risks, and decompression requirements. Navigation within the structure demands solid buoyancy control and reliable lighting. The wreck serves as an artificial reef, supporting various local reef fish and invertebrates. Boat access is required, and timing dives around slack water is essential to manage the strong currents.
36.98330, -75.41670
Time your dive around slack water to manage the strong currents, and confirm the precise window with your charter operator before departing. A reel, redundant lighting, and a drysuit or thick wetsuit are practical kit choices given the depth, potential cold, and variable visibility inside the wreck.
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Depth
22-32m
Visibility
5-12m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
8-22°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
30 min
The wreck functions as an artificial reef, providing habitat for various regional reef fish and invertebrates.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers. Technical training is recommended for any penetration work due to the depth and overhead environment.
The wreck sits at depths ranging from 22 to 32 metres, with an average depth of 32 metres.
No, the site is located 53 kilometres from shore and requires boat access.
No, this is a deep wreck site intended for scuba diving, with depths starting at 22 metres.
Diving at Lillian Luckenback Wreck in Northeast requires the following certifications: Advanced, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Lillian Luckenback Wreck in Northeast. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 22°C.
Lillian Luckenback Wreck in Northeast can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Lillian Luckenback Wreck in Northeast typically ranges from 5 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.