USCGC Cuyahoga Wreck 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)

4.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The USCGC Cuyahoga Wreck is a former Coast Guard cutter that sank in 1978. It is now a popular dive site located off the coast of Virginia, offering divers a chance to explore a significant piece of maritime history.

The wreck lies upright on the seabed, providing ample opportunities to explore its structure and marine life that has made it home. Divers can expect to see various fish species and possibly some invertebrates around the wreck.

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): 4.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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

Location

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