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Kennedy Barge
Shallow boat wreck dive with easy access and active marine life.
Scuba DivingFreedivingBoatBeginner12m - 18m
Artificial reefWreck
Local operator required
Usually visited by boat with a local St. Thomas dive center.
Kennedy Barge is a shallow upside-down barge wreck off St. Thomas, run as a routine boat dive and known for easy access and fish life.
About Kennedy Barge
An upside-down barge wreck sitting in 12–18 m of water, forming a flat-topped artificial reef. The structure draws in marine life such as barracuda and other fish species.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Overhead sections add entrapment risk; only enter with wreck training and a conservative gas plan.
Access Restrictions
Boat access; wreck penetration should only be attempted with proper training and equipment.
Legal Notes
Follow local boating rules and respect penetration limits on the wreck.
Where Is Kennedy Barge?
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Local Intel For Kennedy Barge
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow wreck dive around 12 to 18 m with a flat-topped artificial-reef profile.
Freediving
Shallow enough for confident freedivers, but the wreck is mainly a scuba site.
Snorkeling
Only the shallowest parts are snorkel-friendly; the wreck itself is better as a dive.
Wildlife at Kennedy Barge
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Kennedy Barge
Access · 4/5Simple entry
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Coral · 3/5Mixed health
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Aquatic Life · 4/5Great variety
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Facilities · 4/5Good facilities
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Current · 1/5No current
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Surge · 1/5Flat calm
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- VisibilityResearch estimate
- 22m
