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Regional guide with Istria diving season and visibility context.
Boat-access wreck dive in Istria with an intact interior, deep profile, and enough structure to reward trained wreck divers.
About Wreck John Gilmore
Boat-access World War I-era wreck off Pula in Istria, Croatia, with a well-preserved interior that trained wreck divers can enter. It is best treated as an advanced wreck dive, with disciplined navigation needed inside the hull and plenty of conger eels, scorpionfish, lobster, damselfish, and wrasse around the structure.
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Research Estimate At Wreck John Gilmore
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
Where Is Wreck John Gilmore?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Wreck John Gilmore Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
36m - 44m
Depth Note
The wreck is commonly described in the 36-44 m range, with the upper structure around 30 m.
Best Season
Late spring through autumn, with the clearest water often in spring and autumn.
Typical Conditions
Boat-access wreck with clear water, limited current, and a deep profile.
Safety & Access At Wreck John Gilmore
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
The wreck interior can be entered; plan and execute any penetration with appropriate training, equipment, and procedures.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; interior penetration is for wreck divers with the right training and gear.
Legal Notes
Penetration should only be attempted with appropriate training, equipment, and procedures.
Local Intel For Wreck John Gilmore
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The interior is accessible and described as well preserved.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; it is a deep wreck dive for scuba training.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkeling site; the wreck is a scuba wreck with depth and penetration considerations.
Recent Logged Visits At Wreck John Gilmore
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Wreck John Gilmore
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
