Daring Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Daring Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 3.855 N,1 26.913 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.064250
  • Longitude: -1.448550
Wreck Depth -2.3 m
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DARING
Type pleasure craft
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1921
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4935/21 11.8.21 MOTOR PLEASURE LAUNCH SANK OFF ST MARY'S ISLE. SUPPOSED TO HAVE STRUCK IRON REMAINS OF A VESSEL'S STERN. SUGGESTED IT MIGHT BE THAT OF THE SAILING SHIP CALIFORNIA WRECKED THERE IN 1912. (BLYTH HAVEN CG). ABOUT 139 DEGS 0.25MILE FROM ST MARYS ISLE LTS (550400N, 012630W). HH090/796/01 7.1.99 NOT LOCATED. 'DIVER'S GUIDE TO NE COAST' BY PETER COLLINS REPORTS THAT DARING IS NO LONGER PRESENT. (GARDLINE, HI 796). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. SEP 2019/000043627 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (MERITAITO, HI 1513). NFA.
Last Amended Date Feb 1, 2012

Circumstances of loss

SUPPOSED TO HAVE STRUCK THE REMAINS OF CALIFORNIA IN SAME POSN.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 3.855 N,1 26.913 W
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FAQ

Where is the DARING wreck located?

The DARING wreck is located at coordinates 55 3.855 N,1 26.913 W.

How deep is the DARING and where exactly is it located?

The DARING lies at a depth of about -2.3 meters and is located at coordinates 55 3.855 N,1 26.913 W.

When was the wreck of the DARING discovered?

The wreck of the DARING was discovered in 1921.

What type of wreck is the DARING?

The DARING is classified as a pleasure craft.