Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102286
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 102286 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
There’s something deeply satisfying about diving a truly unnamed wreck, especially in Scapa Flow. This particular site, Canmore 102204, is one of our favourites for just that reason. You’re not ticking off a famous name; you’re exploring history. The wreck itself is pretty broken up, scattered across the seabed, which we think adds to its appeal. It feels more like an archaeological dig than a formal ship. We love finning slowly over the spread of metal, imagining the ship’s original form. Keep an eye out for the details – a bolted plate here, a twisted girder there. The marine life here is quite surprising. You’ll spot nudibranchs tucked into crevices and the occasional butterfish darting through the wreckage. Large colonies of light-bulb sea squirts often coat the surfaces, glowing faintly in the torchlight. We’d suggest a dive when the sun is high for the best ambient light penetration, giving those colours a real pop. It's a dive that rewards curiosity, perfect for those who enjoy piecing together a story from the seabed.
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 102286
Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102286 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102286, 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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