Wreck of the USS Massachusetts
The "worst battleship ever built" is enjoying a grand second act, submerged 30 feet in the Gulf of Mexico.

šŸ“œ Oldest existing American battleship, now an underwater archaeological site.
šŸ” Popular dive site and artificial reef teeming with marine life.

Why Go

šŸŒŠ Explore a historic shipwreck
šŸ  Observe diverse marine life like stingrays, groupers, and sharks
āš“ļø See battleship turrets cresting above waves at low tide
šŸ¤æ Designated underwater archeological preserve

Why Avoid

āš ļø Shallow wreck can make boat parking difficult

Tips

šŸ›„ļø Go with a boat captain familiar with the area
šŸ”Ŗ Bring a dive knife to deal with fishing nets

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