

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry.
The Maud Wreck site in Cambridge Bay, Canada, offers a shallow dive experience at the former resting place of the historic vessel. The site features a mix of reef and artificial reef topography, with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres and an average of 3 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 5 and 15 metres. Due to the frigid water temperatures, which typically range from -2 to 4 degrees Celsius, this site requires appropriate thermal protection. The area is accessible from the shore and is suitable for beginners. The habitat supports various temperate marine invertebrates, though specific species sightings are not confirmed.
69.11750, -105.05390
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The wreck lay just offshore, across the inlet from the community's former Hudson's Bay Company store in Cambridge Bay.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
-2-4°C
Typical Dive
40 min
The site supports temperate marine invertebrates typical of the region, such as sea spiders and rays, though specific sightings are not confirmed.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 3 metres and easy shore access.
The depth at the site ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
The Maud Wreck is accessed from the shore.
Snorkelling is possible at this site, though it has a low rating of 2 out of 5.
The primary hazard at this site is the cold water, with temperatures often near or below freezing.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Maud Wreck in Cambridge Bay. Water temperatures range from -2°C to 4°C.
Visibility at Maud Wreck in Cambridge Bay typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.