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Water Witch

3.8 — based on 17 community signals
4.3 12 especies 41 colaboradores

Water Witch is a historic 1832 shipwreck dive site in the United States offering year-round access and documented marine life observations.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
WreckBoatOnly

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
8.9 kn
Olas
m
Agua
—°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (49%)
Now: NW (322°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0m
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Ahora +0.0m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV5.45 · mod Aire PM2.52 · good 06:35 18:58
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 14.2 5 0mm
09-19 13 5 0mm
09-20 10.3 2 9mm
09-21 13.2 5 0mm
09-22 6.7 5 0mm
09-23 9.1 5 0mm
09-24 9.2 5 0mm

About this spot

Water Witch is a dive site centered on a ship constructed in 1832, now resting on the seafloor in the United States. The wreck provides structural exploration and historical context for divers interested in 19th-century maritime heritage. The site is not within a Marine Protected Area, allowing flexible dive planning without additional permitting constraints. Marine life around Water Witch has been documented through 12 species observations, indicating an active ecosystem. Community videos from three separate visits offer visual reference for dive planning and site familiarization. These resources help divers understand current conditions and layout before entering the water. Year-round diving access means no seasonal closures or month-specific restrictions. This makes Water Witch a reliable option for consistent dive schedules. The wreck structure and surrounding habitat support a range of experience levels, though divers should review available videos and species data to match their skills and interests.

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

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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 · 48%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 5573km · ~1282kg · €23

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Water Witch?

Water Witch is open year-round with no seasonal closures, so you can plan dives any month based on your schedule and local water conditions.

What depth and difficulty does Water Witch offer?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not currently documented for Water Witch. Review community videos and connect with local dive operators for site-specific details before your visit.

What marine life will I see at Water Witch?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Water Witch, confirming an active marine ecosystem. Check site resources and community videos for species identification and seasonal patterns.

Are there permits or restrictions for diving Water Witch?

Water Witch is not within a Marine Protected Area, so standard dive access applies without additional permit requirements. Confirm local dive regulations with your operator.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

8 registros · 5 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Haminella solitaria

Gastropoda · Haminoeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ago 1970
×1registros

Isopoda

Malacostraca
OBIS
Última observación:
19 jun 1956
×2registros

Ferrissia

Gastropoda · Planorbidae
OBIS
Última observación:
27 ago 1921
×1registros

Lymnaeidae

Gastropoda · Lymnaeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ago 1921
×1registros

Lymnaeidae

Gastropoda · Lymnaeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×2registros

Valvata

Gastropoda · Valvatidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Captured! The Story of the USS Water Witch - National Civil War Naval Museum

K. Ken Johnston

Lake Schooner Water Witch, Underwater Historic Preserve System

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum
💬 1 top comments
  • I wish I had the guts to go diving in Lake Champlain. I just imagine a 12-foot sturgeon or gar meandering past and scaring the life out of me, lol.

    @MattePurple1 · 👍 1

Washington's Dream 2 - SNL

Saturday Night Live
💬 3 top comments
  • "will there be part 3?" " If only it were that simple"

    @danceviduganda1858 · 👍 1600
  • nate's blank stare after delivering every nonsensical line really sells this sketch lmao

    @ClaireIsabellaa · 👍 12000
  • Can’t wait for the next sketch where general Washington outlines why hot dogs should come in packs of 10 but hot dog buns come in packs of 8

    @12packersfan · 👍 30000
wind peaks Apr-Feb-Mar, calmest Jul-Sep-Aug, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

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