Winfield Scott Wreck Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Winfield Scott Wreck is a popular dive site located off the coast of California in LA County. This wreck is a former cargo ship that sank in 1933 and has since become an artificial reef, attracting a variety of marine life.

Divers can explore the remains of the wreck, which lies on the ocean floor, providing opportunities to see marine life such as fish, invertebrates, and possibly larger species. The site is accessible for divers looking to experience both wreck diving and marine ecology.

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): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for wreck, macro for marine life

Location

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