Angler’s Point Wreck – St. Lawrence River Yacht Shipwreck (1980)

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

• Name: Angler's Point Wreck
• Type: Pleasure Boat
• Year Built:
• Builder:
• Dimensions: 30 ft (10 m); Beam; Depth of hold 16 m
• Registered Tonnage:
• Depth at Wreck Site: 16 m / 48 ft
• Location: Angler's Point, Clayton, New York
• Coordinates: N 44° 17' 38.0" W 76° 03' 56.0"

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

The Angler’s Point Wreck is identified as an unidentified pleasure boat, resting in the depths of the St. Lawrence River.

Description

Located near Angler’s Point in Clayton, New York, this wreck features a steel hull that remains surprisingly intact. The vessel’s once vibrant paint has faded, now covered by zebra mussels, hinting at its submerged history.

History

The area around Angler’s Point has a rich maritime history, with the nearby Picton Island Quarry operational from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. This quarry was known for providing limestone for many historical structures in Kingston and Clayton. The wreck may be linked to the quarry’s past, possibly having encountered the pilings that once supported the dock.

Significant Incidents

• The pleasure craft may have strayed too close to the pilings of the Picton Island dock, leading to its sinking.
• Local lore suggests that the river has a memory of its past tragedies, including the loss of the Picton Island Barge during a storm.

Final Disposition

The wreck is confirmed and remains submerged in the St. Lawrence River, serving as a reminder of the area’s maritime history.

Current Condition & Accessibility

Dive conditions at the site can vary, but the wreck is accessible for divers with intermediate skills. The surrounding area is known for its aquatic life, including schools of black bass that have made the wreck their home.

Resources & Links

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As divers explore the Angler’s Point Wreck, they are encouraged to practice no-touch documentation methods, leaving only bubbles and taking only memories. The site offers a unique opportunity to connect with the history of the St. Lawrence River.