How deep is the Regina wreck?

The wreck of Regina was discovered in 1986 in Lake Huron between Lexington and Port Sanilac, Michigan. The wreck is largely intact but is upside down and in about 77–80 feet (23–24 m) of water.

What are the barges off Anna Maria Island?

The Regina is a sugar barge that sunk off Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island during a storm in 1940. Its in about 20 feet of water just 150 feet or so off the beach. It is marked with a buoy. The Regina is Florida’s 10th Shipwreck Underwater Archaeological Preserve.

Where is the Regina Sugar Barge?

Regina Sugar Barge Wreck is a shore accessible salt water dive site, located at 105 7th Street N., Bradenton, FL 34217. This dive site has an average rating of 3.00 out of 5 from 4 scuba divers. The maximum depth is 11-15ft/3-5m. The average visibility is 16-20ft/5-6m.

What is the Regina wreck in Bradenton?

Over the past 75 years, an archaeological treasure just off the shore of Bradenton Beach has fast become a popular scuba diving attraction. The Regina Wreck (also known as “Sugar Wreck” or “Molasses Barge”) has locals and tourists flocking to explore the debris left behind.

Can You scuba dive the Regina wreck?

The Regina Wreck (also known as “Sugar Wreck” or “Molasses Barge”) has locals and tourists flocking to explore the debris left behind. And as it is close to shore, it provides easy access for those at any scuba-skill level.

Is the Regina wreck a National Park?

In 2001, The Regina Wreck was named the 10th addition to Florida’s 12 Underwater Archaeological Preserves and fast established itself as a must-see park. It also became part of the national register of historic places in 2005, which further spurred its recognition as a great and accessible exploration site.

Where was the Great Lakes ship Regina lost?

In this case, the expedition took place in just over eighty feet of fresh water in Lake Huron, off Port Sanilac, Michigan. Surface supplied air diver ready to dive the Regina. The Regina was lost in what has since been described as the worst storm in the history of Great Lakes shipping.