

Best for beginner divers, 8-9m, boat entry, mild current.
The Edwin S. Nettleton is a Liberty Ship wreck serving as an artificial reef. Resting at an average depth of 8 metres, the site is suitable for beginner divers. Access is by boat only, located 15 kilometres from shore. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. The wreck structure presents potential hazards, including entanglement risks and sharp edges. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 15 to 28 degrees Celsius. Divers should arrange a charter in advance and wear appropriate exposure protection for the season.
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Boat access is required, so arrange a charter in advance and confirm current departure points locally, as facilities on site are unverified. Wear exposure protection appropriate for the season, as water temperature swings between 15 and 28 degrees Celsius across the year.
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Depth
8-9m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-28°C
Current
Mild
Divers may encounter great barracuda, spadefish, porcupinefish, and baitfish schooling around the hull. Loggerhead and Kemp's Ridley sea turtles, Atlantic sharpnose sharks, and ocean sunfish are also recorded at this site.
Yes, the site is considered an accessible wreck dive for newly certified open-water divers due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The wreck rests at a depth of 8 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
No, boat access is required for all visitors as the site is located 15 kilometres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of entanglement risks associated with the wreck structure and use caution to avoid contact with sharp edges.
Diving at Edwin S. Nettleton in Reef G - Liberty Ship Nettleton requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Edwin S. Nettleton in Reef G - Liberty Ship Nettleton . Water temperatures range from 15°C to 28°C.
Edwin S. Nettleton in Reef G - Liberty Ship Nettleton typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Edwin S. Nettleton in Reef G - Liberty Ship Nettleton typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.