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Usat Liberty Wreck
Iconic shore-access wreck with coral growth and dense reef life.
Rocky shore entry and porter-assisted carries are common; early morning usually offers the calmest surface, lighter traffic, and the easiest snorkel or freedive look at the upper wreck.
About Usat Liberty Wreck
The USAT Liberty Wreck is Tulamben's landmark shore wreck, lying parallel to the black-pebble beach on a sand slope and broken into coral-coated sections that can be explored from the shallows down the hull. Early starts usually bring the calmest surface and easiest entry, with schooling fish, morays, octopus, frogfish, and patrolling jacks using the wreckage and surrounding reef.
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Research Estimate At Usat Liberty Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 16m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Usat Liberty Wreck?
Community sourced coordinates.
Usat Liberty Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 22m
Depth Note
Wreck begins around 5 m and extends down to about 22 m.
Best Season
Accessible year-round, with the clearest water and calmest overall conditions usually from April through November; dawn is commonly the easiest window in any season.
Typical Conditions
Usually mild current with workable visibility and easy navigation around the wreck; surface chop and crowding increase later in the morning and during rougher weather.
Safety & Access At Usat Liberty Wreck
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Surge
Safety Notes
Entry is over rounded black stones, so timing the walk-in and keeping fins on only when clear of the surge line helps. Early starts usually avoid the busiest groups and the roughest surface chop.
Access Restrictions
Shore entry over rounded stones is the normal plan, and porter help is common for tanks and gear.
Legal Notes
Follow local entry and exit guidance and stay clear of the surge line on the beach.
Local Intel For Usat Liberty Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depth range and generally calm conditions make it suitable for divers of all experience levels.
Freediving
The shallow upper sections make the site practical for relaxed line-free explorations in calm water, but the rocky entry is easier with a surface spotter and an early start.
Snorkeling
Snorkelers can see the upper wreck and scattered structure in calm conditions, especially near dawn when surface chop is lower and visibility is cleaner.
Wildlife at Usat Liberty Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Usat Liberty Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Usat Liberty Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility16m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
