floridapanhandledivetrail.com · Official Trail
Shipwreck trail page with the wreck’s history and major structure zones.
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The Black Bart (Wreck)
Offshore wreck dive off Panama City Beach with swim-throughs.
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Offshore charter site; certified divers only and boat-based access required.
Boat-only wreck with overhead spaces and clear structure; best for certified divers who want a readable artificial reef and simple charter logistics.
About The Black Bart (Wreck)
The Black Bart (Wreck) is an offshore artificial reef off Panama City Beach with a wheelhouse area, open deck, and cargo holds that give the dive a clear top-to-bottom progression. It is a boat charter site with a classic wreck feel, so the route is simple to follow but still includes overhead spaces and deeper sections. It suits certified divers who want a straightforward wreck-training or photography dive. Bring a light, keep clean buoyancy, and plan your exit before you drop in.
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Research Estimate At The Black Bart (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 6m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
Where Is The Black Bart (Wreck)?
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The Black Bart (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12.2m - 24.4m
Depth Note
Wheelhouse around 40 ft, deck around 66 ft, cargo holds around 80 ft.
Best Season
Year-round, with the calmest windows on settled Gulf days.
Typical Conditions
Offshore boat wreck with overhead spaces, moderate depth, and current/visibility that can swing with Gulf conditions. Calm days are the easiest plan.
Safety & Access At The Black Bart (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityOverhead environment
Safety Notes
The wheelhouse area and cargo holds create overhead spaces, so keep a light, watch your buoyancy, and maintain a clear route back to the line.
Access Restrictions
Boat charter required; not a shore-access site.
Local Intel For The Black Bart (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Multi-level wreck with a wheelhouse area, open deck, and cargo holds that reward slow exploration. It works well as a wreck-training dive for newer certified divers who stay attentive to the line and their buoyancy.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the wreck is boat-based and too deep for a meaningful breath-hold session.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel target; the wreck sits below the surface and is meant for scuba exploration.
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Wildlife at The Black Bart (Wreck)
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Recent Logged Visits At The Black Bart (Wreck)
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The Black Bart (Wreck) Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
panamacitydiving.com · Operator
Charter page showing access requirements, common use, and marine life.
pcdivecenter.com · Operator
Local operator page with visibility, marine life, and training-site context.
scubadiving.place · Directory
Community-style dive-site page with current and seasonal condition data.
www.visitpanamacitybeach.com · Official Tourism
Official PCB diving page with Black Bart, wreck-training, and year-round charter context.
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