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W.L. Wetmore (Wreck)
W.L. Wetmore is a shallow Tobermory wreck for guided dives.
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Boat access, park registration, and seasonal charter or snorkel bookings make a local operator the practical way to visit.
Boat-charter wreck in Fathom Five with park registration, cold-water gear, and seasonal snorkel access. Popular enough to book ahead in peak season.
About W.L. Wetmore (Wreck)
W.L. Wetmore is a shallow Tobermory wreck with a compact profile and plenty of structure to explore. The boiler, anchor chain, rudder, and timber make it easy to orient on the site, while the cold freshwater and seasonal boat access shape the plan more than the dive itself. It works best as a calm-weather charter dive or guided snorkel stop, with park registration and cold-water gear part of the routine.
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Research Estimate At W.L. Wetmore (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is W.L. Wetmore (Wreck)?
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W.L. Wetmore (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 8m
Depth Note
Most of the wreck lies in very shallow water, with the main structure sitting around 6 to 8 metres.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Cold freshwater, clear water, and a shallow wreck profile. Calm-weather days are the easiest boat days.
Safety & Access At W.L. Wetmore (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Cold water
Safety Notes
Cold freshwater, seasonal boat access, and park registration make planning more important than the depth alone. Use exposure protection and confirm charter requirements before you go.
Access Restrictions
Park dive tag required; some public charter tiers expect recent logged dives and cold-water experience.
Legal Notes
Register for a Fathom Five dive tag at the Park Visitor Centre before diving.
Local Intel For W.L. Wetmore (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic shallow wreck dive with easy orientation points and plenty of structure for buoyancy practice, photography, and cold-water wreck training.
Freediving
The shallow profile can suit confident freedivers, but the site is usually better approached as a guided snorkel or scuba visit.
Snorkeling
Seasonal guided snorkel tours include the wreck, and the shallow profile keeps the main structure accessible on calm days.
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Recent Logged Visits At W.L. Wetmore (Wreck)
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Dive Spot Log Averages At W.L. Wetmore (Wreck)
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Avg. Visibility15m
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W.L. Wetmore (Wreck) Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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W.L. Wetmore (Wreck) Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
davidgibbins.com · Community
Published Sep 27, 2015Shallow depth, popularity, and current/storm scour
parks.canada.ca · Official
Park listing with depth and wreck features
tobermory.com · Tourism
Site listing and snorkeller suitability
visittobermory.ca · Tourism
Fathom Five dive-tag registration requirement
wanderingcanadians.com · Community
Published Sep 11, 2018Cold-water dive report and excellent visibility
www.divetobermory.ca · Operator
Seasonal public charter access
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