Operator overview and Lesleen M wreck description.
Classic artificial reef wreck off Anse Cochon.
Classic artificial reef wreck off Anse Cochon.
Lesleen M Wreck is Saint Lucia's classic bay wreck off Anse Cochon, where an upright freighter sits as an easy artificial reef. The structure is open and relaxed rather than technical, with enough deck, hold, and engine-room access for a simple guided circuit. Expect soft coral growth, sponges, and plenty of reef fish around the hull, with calmer west-coast water most days.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
9m - 20m
Depth Note
Deck and top sections sit around 9m, with the sand bottom around 20m; operator pages describe a broader 12-18m dive range.
Best Season
Year-round; calmer, clearer conditions are usually more reliable in the dry season.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered west-coast wreck with generally workable visibility and mild-to-moderate current; dive briefings matter on the ascent and exit.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Treat any interior swim as an overhead environment, stay with the guide, and use a torch if you want to look into the hold or engine room.
Access Restrictions
Penetration should be limited to wreck-trained divers; the outside circuit is the default for most visitors.
Legal Notes
The wreck sits in a managed marine area, so follow local site rules, respect moorings, and do not remove artifacts or wildlife.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A straightforward wreck for certified divers, with easy deck access and optional interior look-ins for suitably trained wreck divers.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator overview and Lesleen M wreck description.
SMMA dive-site description with wreck profile and marine life.
Directory entry confirming access and depth.
Official Saint Lucia dive guide entry for Lesleen M Wreck.
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