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Dive Spot Guide•
The Black Bart (Wreck)
Offshore wreck dive off Panama City Beach with swim-throughs.
Local operator required
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)?
This spotNearby spotsExplore nearby spots on the map
Community sourced coordinates.
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.
Wildlife at The Black Bart (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At The Black Bart (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At The Black Bart (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility6m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
