OAKLAND
Protected Area
2025774 Rön, Röns skär, Röns huvud
Why dive here
With 121+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - OAKLAND offers some of West Coast (Gothenburg)'s richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Oakland wreck near Gothenburg is a proper experience, not just a dive. We love that it’s still mostly intact, sitting upright at 22 metres. Dropping down, the first thing you notice is the sheer size of the hull looming out of the green, a real testament to its history as a fishing vessel. It’s classified as dangerous, which sounds dramatic, but it really means there are plenty of entry points for careful penetration if you’re wreck-trained and comfortable with overhead environments. Our favourite part is exploring the wheelhouse, where you can still make out some of the instruments, now encrusted with colourful plumose anemones. Outside, the decks are a hive of activity, with schools of cod sheltering in the shadow of the superstructure and crabs scuttling amongst the twisted metal. It’s an ideal site for experienced wreck divers looking for a genuine journey into the past, with enough detail and marine life to make every dive feel fresh.
Typical OAKLAND Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 22m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for OAKLAND
OAKLAND Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for OAKLAND, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (57.57, 11.03) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
56°F · Range: 10.6–15.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
6.56 m/s
12.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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