Hanks Trawler Suggest edit

Virginia Suggest · Virginia Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

21.0–27.0 °CWater (summer)

5.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Hanks Trawler is a popular dive site located off the coast of Virginia, known for its wreck diving opportunities. The site features a sunken trawler that attracts a variety of marine life, making it an interesting dive for both novice and experienced divers.

Divers can explore the remains of the trawler, which sits upright on the seabed. The wreck is home to various fish species and offers opportunities for underwater photography. The site is suitable for divers looking to experience wreck diving in a relatively accessible location.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 21.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 5.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Use wide-angle lenses to capture the wreck and marine life; best lighting is during midday.

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