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General Butler

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.5 12 especies 54 colaboradores

General Butler is a year-round dive site in the United States with 12 documented species observations and active community content.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
10.7 kn
Olas
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Agua
—°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (23%)
Now: NW (323°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0m
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Ahora +0.0m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV5.5 · mod Aire PM2.51 · good 06:35 18:57
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 13.8 6 0mm
09-19 6.6 5 0mm
09-20 15.5 3 8mm
09-21 10.2 5 0mm
09-22 7.5 5 0mm
09-23 5.1 5 0mm
09-24 7.2 5 0mm

About this spot

General Butler offers diving throughout the year for adventurers looking to explore an accessible wreck site in U.S. waters. The site has attracted enough diver interest to generate community videos and species documentation, making it a known destination within the local diving community. With 12 recorded species observations, the area supports marine life worth investigating during your visit. The spot sits outside any marine protected area, meaning standard diving regulations apply. Year-round access means you can plan a trip whenever your schedule allows. Community-generated content—including three videos—provides real-world perspectives from divers who've already logged time here. While specific depth, visibility, and water temperature data aren't standardized for this site, the species observations suggest productive marine habitat. Check with local dive operators for current conditions before booking. The combination of documented marine activity and accessible location makes General Butler a solid option for recreational diving in the continental U.S.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Estados Unidos: 87 Sitios desde Manantiales hasta el Océano Abierto

Tipos de buceo

Pecio

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 120V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 5555km · ~1278kg · €23

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive General Butler?

General Butler is accessible year-round, so you can dive here whenever suits your schedule. Check with local operators for seasonal variations in visibility, water temperature, and marine activity.

What's the depth and difficulty level?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented for this site. Contact local dive shops or review community videos before your visit to understand what to expect and prepare accordingly.

What marine life can I see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at General Butler. Community videos and local dive operators can provide details on which animals you're likely to encounter.

Do I need permits or special authorization?

General Butler lies outside any marine protected area, so standard U.S. diving regulations apply. Check with your local dive operator or relevant state authorities for any current restrictions.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

General Butler

0 km
Centro de buceo

O.J. Walker

1.3 km
Centro de buceo

Burlington Bay Horse Ferry

2 km
Centro de buceo

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Tour of General Butler Shipwreck

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum

SCUBA General Butler

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The Path Not Taken
wind peaks Dec-Nov-Mar, calmest Jul-Sep-Aug, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

Spots cercanos

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O.J. Walker

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Burlington Bay Horse Ferry

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Phoenix

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