Chester E. Poling Wreck Suggest edit

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30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

3.0–7.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Chester E. Poling wreck is a coastal tanker that sank in 1977; its bow section rests at approximately 30 meters depth off Gloucester.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 3.0–7.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Use a wide-angle lens to capture the wreck and surrounding marine life.

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