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Florida Panhandle Shipwreck Trail listing for the Oriskany.
Dive Spot Guide•
Uss Oriskany
Deep Pensacola carrier reef for advanced divers.
Local operator required
Boat charter support is the normal way to reach and plan the wreck.
Boat-access artificial reef off Pensacola with a high upper superstructure, deep carrier sections, and overhead areas inside the ship.
About Uss Oriskany
USS Oriskany is a boat-access artificial reef off Pensacola and one of the world's largest carrier reefs. The ship rests upright in deep Gulf water, with a high upper superstructure and much deeper lower sections. It is a classic wreck dive that rewards careful planning, strong gas discipline, and time on the ship's upper structure rather than chasing the deepest parts.
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Research Estimate At Uss Oriskany
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Uss Oriskany?
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Uss Oriskany Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
26m - 65m
Depth Note
Top of the carrier is at 26 m (84 ft) and the wreck lies at 65 m (212 ft).
Best Season
Year-round when seas allow
Typical Conditions
Current can shift fast, and the wreck's depth makes planning and gas management the main concerns.
Safety & Access At Uss Oriskany
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
This is a deep wreck dive with overhead areas within the ship’s structure.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; deeper sections require advanced or technical training.
Legal Notes
Advanced training is required beyond the upper structure, and technical training is needed for the deepest sections.
Local Intel For Uss Oriskany
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A deep wreck dive with the main structure starting around 26 m and extending to approximately 65 m.
Freediving
Not suitable for freediving.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkelling.
Wildlife at Uss Oriskany
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Recent Logged Visits At Uss Oriskany
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Uss Oriskany
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
