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Marine Park Tags are mandatory for dive-site entry, and the Nature Foundation manages Dutch-side dive moorings.
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Lucy's Barge (Wreck)
Boat-access wreck-and-reef stop off Philipsburg.
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Local operator required
Local operators or registered private boats handle the marine-park tag and mooring workflow.
Guided marine-park wreck dive with broken structure, soft corals, and weather-sensitive boat logistics.
About Lucy's Barge (Wreck)
Lucy's Barge (Wreck) is a boat-access wreck-and-reef dive off Philipsburg, where broken structure, soft corals, and good marine life make the site worth a relaxed look. The wreck is storm-damaged but still readable underwater, with key pieces like the engine block and propeller remaining as photo points. Plan it as a local-operator dive in the marine park, where weather, moorings, and day-of visibility shape the run more than the route itself.
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Research Estimate At Lucy's Barge (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentLight current
Where Is Lucy's Barge (Wreck)?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
Lucy's Barge (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
17m - 18m
Depth Note
Reported depth is about 55–60 ft.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer planning windows outside hurricane season.
Typical Conditions
Boat-run wreck dive with day-by-day weather and visibility checks, generally mild island currents, and a straightforward guided profile once conditions line up.
Safety & Access At Lucy's Barge (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted access
Safety Notes
The wreck is storm-broken, so keep buoyancy controlled and watch for metal edges and loose structure around the remains.
Access Restrictions
Marine Park Tags are mandatory for dive-site entry, and Dutch-side mooring access is managed locally.
Legal Notes
Follow Nature Foundation rules for park tags and moorings; do not anchor on the dive site or treat it as an unguided casual entry.
Local Intel For Lucy's Barge (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Guided wreck-and-reef scuba with good photo value and a readable remains profile.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the wreck setup and access rules are better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel target; the useful structure sits beyond casual surface viewing.
Wildlife at Lucy's Barge (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Lucy's Barge (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Lucy's Barge (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
