The Austin Smith (Wreck)
Protected Area
Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park
Why dive here
With 348+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, humpback whales, lemon sharks and octopuses - The Austin Smith (Wreck) offers some of Exuma Cays's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 25-31°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Austin Smith is a deliberately sunk Bahamian Defence Force vessel, sitting upright at 18 metres. It’s a solid pick for newer wreck divers, or anyone looking for a relaxed exploration. We usually find schools of jacks circling the mast, and often a nurse shark or two tucked away under the bow. You can swim through the main deck and cargo holds, watching for barracuda lurking in the shadows. It’s an easy, enjoyable dive, typically with good visibility.
Typical The Austin Smith (Wreck) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
The Austin Smith (Wreck) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for The Austin Smith (Wreck), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.5, -76.7) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
85°F · Range: 28.1–30.8°C
Current Speed
7.21 cm/s
Direction: NW (326.3°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.082 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.68 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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