Vandenberg Wreck Dive
Gen. Hoyt S. Vandenberg is an artificial reef in 140 feet of water seven miles off Key West. The Vandenberg measures 10 stories high in the water column, the keel the deepest, at 140 feet. It is at the top of the structure that most of the ship’s interesting attributes are located, some purposely cut from one part of the ship and welded elsewhere to make attention-getting dive spots from bow to stern, all trimmed to reach within 40 to 50 feet of the surface. Guides are available at an additional cost for anyone wishing to book one. If you are OW you will be required to dive with a guide.
The USS Vandenberg
Fun Facts
The ship was built in 1943 by Kaiser Shipyard in California. Originally named the USS Gen Harry Taylor.