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Wreck database entry with depth and identification details.
Dive Spot Guide•
Frogner
Salvaged Portland wreck for experienced wreck divers.
Local operator required
A Portland-area charter is the practical way to hit the slack-water window.
Boat-only wreck dive off Portland that needs careful slack-water timing; expect a short shotline descent, low light if silt lifts, and conger, lobster and fish around the wreck.
About Frogner
Frogner is a heavily salvaged Norwegian steamship wreck off Portland with broken plates, scattered wreckage and enough structure left to make the dive rewarding. It suits experienced wreck divers who are comfortable dropping on a shotline, working a compact route through the site, and finishing before the slack-water window closes. Large conger, lobster and shoals of fish are the usual bonus.
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Research Estimate At Frogner
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 6m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Frogner?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Frogner Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
35m
Depth Note
Reported wreck depth is around 35m; the site is a salvaged deep wreck rather than a reef.
Best Season
Most practical in calmer late spring to early autumn weather, but the tide window matters more than the calendar.
Typical Conditions
Short slack-water window, then strong tidal movement; low ambient light and silt can make the site feel dark once the wreck is disturbed.
Safety & Access At Frogner
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityOverhead environmentStrong current
Safety Notes
This is a deep wreck dive. Plan a conservative slack-water profile, keep shotline contact, and expect low light and sudden silt-out if conditions turn.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan the dive around a local skipper and a short slack-water window.
Legal Notes
Use the operator's charter and harbour rules for the departure point, and follow the skipper's tide call before entering the water.
Local Intel For Frogner
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Deep wreck dive for experienced wreck divers who are comfortable with slack-water timing, low light and a compact route through broken structure.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the wreck is deep and the timing window is too short for breath-hold exploration.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkelling; it is a deep offshore wreck dive.
Wildlife at Frogner
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Frogner
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Frogner
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility6m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
