San Pablo Russian Freighter (Wreck)
About San Pablo Russian Freighter (Wreck)
The San Pablo is a shipwreck dive site associated with the 1944 sinking that led to the local nickname “The Russian Freighter,” though the vessel was neither Russian nor a freighter and originally served as a fruit transport ship. Declassified documents describe the sinking as a U.S. military action using an experimental, radio-controlled explosive device.
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San Pablo Russian Freighter (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18.3m - 24.4m
Depth Note
Reported depth range is 60–80 ft.
Safety & Access At San Pablo Russian Freighter (Wreck)
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Key Hazards
Safety Notes
As a wreck site, be mindful of enclosed or overhead areas and plan your dive within your training and limits.
Local Intel For San Pablo Russian Freighter (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Wreck dive in the 60–80 ft range.
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Exposure Profile at San Pablo Russian Freighter (Wreck)
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Recent Logged Visits At San Pablo Russian Freighter (Wreck)
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