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(Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck

Massachusetts, United States

AOW suggested27 m depthBoat entry5mm wetsuit typical

(Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck at a glance

(Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck is an intermediate boat dive site in Massachusetts, United States with depths of up to 27.4 m (90 ft). Typically most favorable Jul · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Encrusting invertebrates on wreck structure, Atlantic wolffish, and Longhorn sculpin. Recent reports put the water around 19°C (66°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 2h ago

0.4 mwaves — under half a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 19°C · seasonal avg 19°C

Site hazards: Strong current even during slack water; ghost fishing gear draped over the wreck and a trawl net reel pose entanglement risk; the site sits in the outbound lane of Boston's Traffic Separation Scheme (commercial vessel traffic overhead); bottom depth of 105-110 ft (32-33.5 m); visibility usually 15-30 ft but variable.

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Dive windows this week

Best: Fri

Fri13:00–18:00

Sat6:00–18:00

Sun6:00–12:00

Mon8:00–18:00

Tue6:00–18:00

Wed6:00–18:00

Thu6:00–18:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 4:48 · Sunrise 5:17 · Sunset 17:58

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 2.3 km from site · graded 2h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Forecast · NOAA tide model

Tide & slack timing

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

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What Divers Say

Known for: Encrusting invertebrates on wreck structure, Longhorn sculpin, American lobster (large)

Best time: Dive at slack tide, though current can run strong even then; visibility is usually good at 15-30 ft.

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan34%6°C1.5 m
Feb36%5°C1.4 m
Mar35%5°C1.6 m
Apr59%7°C1.2 m
May70%11°C1.1 m
Jun82%16°C0.8 m
Jul90%19°C0.7 m
Aug85%19°C0.8 m
Sep77%19°C1.1 m
Oct58%15°C1.3 m
Nov43%12°C1.2 m
Dec38%8°C1.4 m

July hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

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Data updated June 2026

Site details

An unnamed steel stern trawler of roughly 65 ft rests on top of Stellwagen Bank in just over 30 m of water, inside the outbound Boston shipping lane that crosses the national marine sanctuary. Decades on the bottom have split the wreck apart: the pilothouse stands upright with helm, throttle, and radio gear still visible, while the hull and stern lie separately near a lone trawl net reel, with patches of blue and white paint still clinging to the steel. NOAA and a local dive charter installed a subsurface mooring here, and divers visiting the site are helping investigate the wreck's still-unsolved identity.

wreck

Strong current even during slack water; ghost fishing gear draped over the wreck and a trawl net reel pose entanglement risk; the site sits in the outbound lane of Boston's Traffic Separation Scheme (commercial vessel traffic overhead); bottom depth of 105-110 ft (32-33.5 m); visibility usually 15-30 ft but variable.

How deep is (Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck?

(Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck reaches a maximum depth of 27.4 metres (90 feet). It is a saltwater site rated as intermediate difficulty. Depths vary across the site, so plan your profile to your training and verify conditions locally.

Is (Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck a shore dive or a boat dive?

(Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck is a boat dive — access is by boat rather than from shore. No facilities are recorded at the site, and cell service is recorded as good. Entry details and parking notes, where known, are listed in the access section of this page.

Can beginners dive (Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck?

(Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. Listed maximum depth is 27.4 metres (90 feet). Access is by boat. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive (Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck?

Dive at slack tide, though current can run strong even then; visibility is usually good at 15-30 ft. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at (Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck?

Divers at (Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck in United States commonly report sightings of Encrusting invertebrates on wreck structure, Atlantic wolffish, Longhorn sculpin, and American lobster (large). Encrusting invertebrates on wreck structure, Longhorn sculpin, and American lobster (large) are recorded as common sightings, while Atlantic wolffish is reported only occasionally. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

What hazards are recorded at (Approximately 65 ft long steel fishing trawler) Wreck?

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