

Best for beginner divers, 8-10m, boat entry, mild current.
The Raleigh Wreck is a freshwater wreck dive located in the Niagara Peninsula, Canada. Resting at an average depth of 9 metres, the site is accessible to beginner divers. The wreck provides a structural focal point for exploration, with visibility typically ranging from 5 to 15 metres. Boat access is required to reach the site, which lies approximately 8 kilometres from shore. Divers should be prepared for variable water temperatures, which fluctuate between 2 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen, and surface conditions on Lake Erie can change rapidly. A drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended outside of the summer months.
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The Niagara Diver's Association marks the site with a coast guard-approved buoy for safe boat tie-ups.
The site is accessed by boat, with charters available from St. Catharines.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
8-10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
2-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
The wreck sits in 8 to 10 metres of water, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Yes, the Raleigh Wreck is considered accessible for newly certified divers.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 8047 metres from shore. You should arrange a charter in advance.
Water temperatures range from 2 to 24 degrees Celsius. Temperatures can drop significantly below the thermocline, often reaching 4 to 8 degrees Celsius.
The site is primarily a dive location requiring boat access and is situated at a depth of 8 to 10 metres.
Diving at Raleigh Wreck in Port Colborne requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Raleigh Wreck in Port Colborne. Water temperatures range from 2°C to 24°C.