TACOMA CITY (PART OF)
Protected Area
New Ferry
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - TACOMA CITY (PART OF) offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The Tacoma City wreck is a good, accessible dive if you’re exploring the Northumberland coast. We’ve found her at 11 metres, meaning plenty of bottom time to take in the sheer scale of the old steamship. She went down in 1941, a substantial vessel at over 120 metres long, and while broken, there are still impressive sections of hull plates and ribs to navigate. Keep an eye out for the three large boilers – they often hold lobsters and conger eels. We like this site for its history and the way the local wrasse and cod have made it home; a solid choice for temperate wreck enthusiasts.
Typical TACOMA CITY (PART OF) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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