SS Rose Castle

Good diving all year

Protected Area

Witless Bay Ecological Reserve

Why dive here

With 65+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - SS Rose Castle offers some of Newfoundland's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 0-14°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeYear-round

WetsuitA drysuit

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Blue Whales, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 65+ species recorded

Water0-14°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterWreck dive · max 35m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Diving the SS Rose Castle in Newfoundland is a real commitment, but it pays off with a genuinely atmospheric wreck. This 1919 steamship lies at 35 metres, usually meaning a swift drop into cool, green water. The wreck is largely intact, a big, hulking shape that invites exploration, especially the engine room and cargo holds where we've poked around. Expect to see the usual North Atlantic suspects: witch flounders hugging the deck, lumpsuckers tucked into crevices, and sometimes schools of capelin swarming the superstructure. It’s definitely a dive for those comfortable with deeper, colder water and the unique thrill of history beneath the waves.

Typical SS Rose Castle Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Deep dive (35m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

Cold water this month (avg 11°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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Ocean Quest Adventure Resort

16km away

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SS Rose Castle

SS Rose Castle Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for SS Rose Castle, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (47.85, -53.09) (38km away)