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Long Island dive guide with historical context and wreck depth details.
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USS San Diego Wreck
Historic offshore wreck dive with shark life and no-take status.
Local operator required
Charter boat and local wreck experience are strongly recommended for this offshore site.
Boat-only Long Island wreck with an inverted hull, large openings, and a depth range suited to experienced wreck divers.
About USS San Diego Wreck
The USS San Diego is a historic offshore wreck off Fire Island, lying upside down on sand with an inverted hull, large openings, and a collapsing interior. It is a protected no-take site that draws experienced wreck divers for its history, metal structure, and the chance to see sand tiger sharks and other marine life around the hull.
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Research Estimate At USS San Diego Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 9m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
Where Is USS San Diego Wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
USS San Diego Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
21m - 32.9m
Depth Note
Upside-down wreck in 110 feet of water; hull at about 70 feet.
Best Season
Late summer and early fall, when seas are flattest and water is warmest.
Typical Conditions
Cold-water wreck diving with variable visibility and an offshore approach that can feel current-sensitive.
Safety & Access At USS San Diego Wreck
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
The wreck is inverted and deteriorating, so the interior is dangerous for recreational penetration and the structure should be treated conservatively.
Access Restrictions
Boat only; offshore charter recommended.
Legal Notes
The wreck is a National Register historic site and a no-take zone; no artifact collection.
Local Intel For USS San Diego Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Deep wreck dive with the hull upside down on sand, large openings, and a partial interior.
Freediving
Not a freedive site.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site.
Wildlife at USS San Diego Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At USS San Diego Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At USS San Diego Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility9m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
