John Minturn Wreck Suggest edit

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27Max dive depth

27.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

22.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The John Minturn wreck is the remains of a packet ship that sank off New Jersey in 1846, offering divers a historic site to explore.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 22.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand wreck coral Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Use a wide-angle lens for the wreck, and consider lighting for deeper shots.

Underwater Moments at John Minturn Wreck

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