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Vineyard Lightship

Vineyard Lightship

New England, United States

Depth
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24m

Visibility
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5m - 14m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About Vineyard Lightship

The Vineyard was a Steel Lightship built in Baltimore, 1901. She also sailed under the names, Pollack Rip Shoal, Pollack Rip Slue and Pollack Rip before she was named The Vineyard Lightship. In September 1944 she sailed into a severe hurricane, which caused her to founder and eventually sink. She took her crew with her. This vessel was only discovered in 1963. Today she is home to a large variety of marine life and has beautiful corals. Here you will find many artifacts.

Vineyard Lightship Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

24m

Visibility Range

5m 14m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 41%

O2
Marine Life

  • Bass
  • Sea Ravens
  • Scorpion Fish
  • Groupers
  • Various
Weather Conditions

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