Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101923
Protected Area
Nigg & Udale Bays
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101923 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
We’ve spent a lot of time in Scapa Flow, and honestly, the sheer volume of history here is what keeps us coming back. The Unnamed Shipwreck, known by its Canmore ID, is one of those sites that just oozes atmosphere. Descending onto this one, you really feel the chill of the North Sea, but the visibility often surprises you – sometimes pushing 15 metres, which is grand for these parts. We love how the wreck structure, though not massive, provides a fantastic habitat. Look for those fat wolf fish tucked into crevices, their teeth gleaming if you catch them just right. The way the light filters through the kelp, making the metal glow a dull green, is just something else. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the quiet drama of history underwater, rather than flashy corals. Best explored on a slack tide, otherwise, the current can make navigating the already low visibility a bit of a challenge.
Safety Notes
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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101923
Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101923 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101923, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
55°F · Range: 11.4–13.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
9.26 m/s
18.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1005.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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