Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102251
Protected Area
Switha
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 102251 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Elton, a German auxiliary cruiser, sits mostly upright at around 18-24 metres, offering a fantastic Scapa Flow dive for those looking to explore a proper wreck without the deeper technical challenges of some of the battleships. We love the swim-throughs here, particularly the engine room access. It’s a tight squeeze in places, but the rewards are worth it – you can still make out the machinery, draped in a thick carpet of plumose anemones, their tentacles swaying gently in the mild current. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, sunlight filters down, illuminating the schools of saithe that hover just above the deck. Look closely, and you’ll spot lumpsuckers clinging to the metalwork, perfectly camouflaged. We always find plenty of common brittlestars tucked into crevices. This wreck is perfect for divers comfortable with overhead environments and keen to get a real feel for history, not just a fleeting glimpse. Our advice: go on a rising tide for the best chance of decent visibility.
Typical Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102251 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.
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 Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102251
Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102251 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102251, 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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