Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907
Protected Area
Fair Isle
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 102907 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
This isn’t one of Scapa Flow's big German battleships, and that's exactly why we love it. The Unnamed Shipwreck, Canmore 102907, is a different kind of dive. You're dropping onto a smaller, more intimate piece of history, often overlooked by those chasing the grandeur of the WWI fleet. What you get here is pure exploration. We’ve found ourselves finning through corridors still mostly intact, peering into holds that feel like they’re waiting for their cargo. The light filters down, creating moody shadows on the encrusted metal. You'll see plumose anemones blooming like white flowers from every surface, and often a decent sized conger eel peeking from a dark corner. Because it’s smaller, you can really get a sense of the whole ship, tracing its outline and imagining its final moments. We'd suggest going on a day with good visibility, as the wreck’s details really pop, and keep an eye out for inquisitive wrasse darting between the plates. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the quiet dignity of a less famous wreck, offering a genuine connection to history without the crowds.
Typical Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907 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 102907
Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907, 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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