

Best for beginner divers, 7-13m, boat entry, mild current.
Shipwreck Cove in the Long Island Sound features a combination of a shipwreck and an artificial reef structure. Located 1609 metres from shore, the site sits at depths between 7 and 13 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions are suitable for beginners, though divers must navigate mild currents and variable visibility ranging from 2 to 15 metres. Hazards include potential entanglement in wreckage, sharp edges on structures, and active boat traffic overhead. Divers should use a surface marker buoy upon ascent. Due to water temperatures fluctuating between 5 and 20 degrees Celsius, appropriate thermal protection is required, with drysuits or thick wetsuits recommended outside of the summer months.
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Wear a thick wetsuit or drysuit outside of summer months, as water temperature can drop to 5 degrees Celsius in winter. Always deploy a surface marker buoy on ascent given the boat traffic in the area.
This site can only be reached by boat.
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Depth
7-13m
Visibility
2-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
5-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it features mild currents and manageable depths averaging 10 metres.
The site ranges from 7 to 13 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site located 1609 metres from shore.
Divers must watch for active boat traffic, avoid entanglement in wreckage debris, and be cautious of sharp edges on rocks and artificial structures. Surge and swell can also impact safety near the surface.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the depth range of 7 to 13 metres makes it better suited for scuba diving than snorkelling.
Diving at Shipwreck Cove in Lindenhurst requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Shipwreck Cove in Lindenhurst. Water temperatures range from 5°C to 20°C.
Shipwreck Cove in Lindenhurst typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Shipwreck Cove in Lindenhurst typically ranges from 2 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.