John Dwight Wreck

New England, United States

Depth

25m

Visibility

3m - 9m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

About John Dwight Wreck

The John Dwight was a Wooden, Steam Powered Rum Runner. Her sinking remains a mystery till this day. She anchored just off shore on the night of April 6, 1923, awaiting to transport her illegal cargo. After this everything blanks. Some people claims explosions and firing. the next day many of her crew members washed up onshore with gun shot wounds. Its a very interisting dive with loads of artifacts to explore.

John Dwight Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Drift, Reef, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

25m

Visibility Range

3m – 9m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 40%

O₂

Marine Life

Various
Barracudas
Bass
Sea Ravens
Black Fish
Groupers
Jacks

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature ℃

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