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Queen Of Nassau

Queen Of Nassau

Florida, United States

Depth
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66m

Visibility
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5m - 15m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

Queen Of Nassau

Florida, United States

Queen Of Nassau
Depth
Depth Icon

66m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

5m - 15m

Entry
Boat Entry Icon

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Queen Of Nassau
A old Steamer and small Naval Cruiser. She was built in England, 1904. On her way to Islamorada in June 1926 she began flooding. The crew and passengers abandoned the ship. This is a remarkable wreck dive with lots to see and explore. She is still intact. She was discovered only 9 years ago and since has been the subject of much archaeological research, and some are attempting to get the wreck listed as a US historic site. She lies at a depth of 66 meters and thus is only accessible to more experienced divers. Visibility tends to be low around the Queen Of Nassau, though the low visibility adds to the mood when diving. She is encrusted in numerous corals and sponges. It is important to note that the wreck lies in a marine sanctuary and thus is a crime to remove any artefacts from her.

Queen Of Nassau Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Deep, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

66m

Visibility Range

5m – 15m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

—

CNS Load (20 min)

25% at 64m / 21%

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Marine Life
  • Groupers
  • Snappers
  • Spade Fish
  • Various
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Dive Site Hazards

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

  • Gradual Narcosis Onset — Narcosis may develop slowly, making self-assessment unreliable.

  • Task Fixation at Depth — Cognitive narrowing at depth can reduce awareness of time and ascent rate.

  • Increased Gas Density Breathing Load — Higher gas density at depth increases work of breathing.

  • Deceptive Entry Openings — Openings may become restrictive inside due to angle, collapse, or corrosion.

  • Surge-Induced Internal Silt Shift — Internal surge can move silt and debris without direct contact.

  • Partial Overhead Environment — Many wrecks limit direct ascent even without full penetration.

  • Fine Rust Particle Silt-Out — Disturbed rust particles can rapidly reduce visibility.

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