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USCG Blackthorn Wreck

USCG Blackthorn Wreck

Florida, United States

Depth
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24m

Visibility
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5m - 15m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About USCG Blackthorn Wreck

This Coast Gaurd Cutter was built in Minnesota, USA in 1943. In January 1980 she collided with a atanker known as 'The Capricon' in where 23 of the Blackthorn crew were killed. Her hull was severly damaged after the accident which resulted in her being towed, and eventually sunk to form part of a artificial reef. Is is considered to be Pinella County's best wreck dive with lots to see and explore.

USCG Blackthorn Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Shark, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

24m

Visibility Range

5m 15m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 41%

O2
Marine Life

  • Trigger Fish
  • Sharks
  • Crevelle Jacks
  • Amber Jacks
  • Various
  • Spanish Mackerel
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