Bermuda's waters are home to at least 225 documented shipwrecks, though the true number remains uncertain. Estimates suggest there could be about 300 locations where entire vessels have come to rest, along with potentially just as many sites where ships faced trouble but didn't sink. Bermuda protects its shipwrecks and their associated relics that are older than 50 years through the Historic Wrecks Act.
The Government of Bermuda’s Historic Wreck and Mooring Locator mapping tool allows users to easily explore some of these key sites, while a more detailed catalog of Bermuda’s open wrecks and dive sites can be found here.
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Marine Heritage
Shipwrecks
Below is a list of the currently accessible shipwrecks, as designated by the Custodian of Wrecks, which are open for public visitation and exploration.
| NAME |
LATITUDE |
LONGITUDE |
YEAR SUNK |
LENGTH |
DEPTH |
| Aristo |
32.479 |
-64.6573 |
1937 |
251ft |
50ft |
| Blanche King |
32.2713 |
-64.9757 |
1920 |
192ft |
35ft |
| Caraquet |
32.46308 |
-64.8351 |
1923 |
200ft |
45ft |
| Constellation |
32.36118 |
-64.914 |
1943 |
190ft |
30ft |
| Cristobal Colon |
32.48512 |
-64.72 |
1935 |
499ft |
80ft |
| Curlew |
32.48296 |
-64.7527 |
1856 |
182ft |
35ft |
| Darlington |
32.28755 |
-64.9842 |
1886 |
285ft |
20ft |
| Gleana |
32.2445 |
-64.8274 |
20th Century |
unknown |
35ft |
| Kate |
32.32722 |
-64.6856 |
1878 |
200ft |
45ft |
| L’Herminie |
32.31897 |
-64.9761 |
1838 |
300ft |
30ft |
| Lartington |
32.36348 |
-64.9132 |
1879 |
245ft |
35ft |
| Madiana |
32.46742 |
-64.82 |
1903 |
345ft |
25ft |
| Mary Celestia |
32.24142 |
-64.8317 |
1864 |
225ft |
60ft |
| Minnie Breslauer |
32.24463 |
-64.8087 |
1873 |
300ft |
70ft |
| Montana |
32.36362 |
-64.9135 |
1863 |
236ft |
35ft |
| North Carolina |
32.26163 |
-64.9591 |
1880 |
205ft |
45ft |
| Pelinaion |
32.35578 |
-64.6434 |
1940 |
385ft |
70ft |
| Pollockshields |
32.27139 |
-64.77 |
1915 |
323ft |
40ft |
| Rita Zovetta |
32.35842 |
-64.6415 |
1924 |
399ft |
70ft |
| Caeser |
32.25927 |
-64.9817 |
1818 |
unknown |
35ft |
| Taunton |
32.48303 |
-64.7049 |
1920 |
228ft |
40ft |
| WB Smith Tug |
32.4748 |
-64.7689 |
20th Century |
unknown |
30ft |
| Stonewall |
32.39515 |
-64.9035 |
unknown |
unknown |
20ft |
| Crystal Catfish |
32.4758 |
-64.7695 |
1977 |
unknown |
30ft |
If you suspect that you have found the remnants of a shipwreck or have come across a possible historical artifact, kindly adhere to the provided guidelines for reporting.
The Moorings Program (Eco-friendly)
The Ernest Stempel Foundation has funded the Environmentally friendly moorings initiative since 2020 through a grant to the Bermuda Zoological Society for the materials, creation, deployment and maintenance of the moorings by a specialized local marine contractor. Moorings have been set up at several popular dive sites and open wreck locations around Bermuda, allowing boaters to secure their vessels without anchoring directly on the reefs, which can cause damage. The majority of these eco-friendly moorings are situated in protected areas, designated as "No Fishing" zones, and have been safeguarded by legislation for over 25 years.
The oversight of the moorings program comes under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources who also manage the Historic Wrecks, Marine Conservation and Fisheries divisions.
Your feedback is important. Please report any missing or damaged moorings in our public moorings program by visiting the The Moorings Program Reporter to inform our Department of your concern.
Interactive GIS Mapping
Access the Historic Wreck and Mooring Locator a self-guided tool that lets you explore the locations of open shipwrecks, public eco-moorings, and protected dive areas in Bermuda’s waters.
Discover the rich history and natural beauty beneath the surface!