

Best for intermediate divers, 19-30m, boat entry, mild current.
The Sligo is a freshwater wreck located 2500 metres offshore in Lake Ontario. Resting at depths between 19 and 30 metres, with an average of 25 metres, this site is suited for intermediate divers. The wreck provides an overhead environment that requires careful buoyancy control and the use of a reel or line. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 15 metres, though conditions can change rapidly. Water temperatures are cold, fluctuating between 3 and 15 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Boat access is required to reach the site, and divers should be aware of potential boat traffic, entanglement hazards, and the risks of nitrogen narcosis at these depths.
43.61500, -79.45147
Boat access is the only way to reach the Sligo, so arrange your charter in advance and confirm current conditions on the day, as Great Lakes visibility can change quickly with weather. Carry a surface marker buoy and deploy it before ascending, given the boat traffic in the area.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
19-30m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
3-15°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
Species recorded around this area include snail, common carp, alewife, white sucker, rudd, small mouth bass, round goby, pike, green sunfish, trout, American crayfish, and sun perch.
No, the Sligo is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth, overhead environment, and potential for cold water and low visibility.
The wreck sits at depths ranging from 19 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, the site is located 2500 metres from shore and requires boat access. Divers must arrange a charter in advance.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the wreck lies at depths of 19 to 30 metres, which is well beyond typical snorkelling range.
Diving at Sligo (Wreck) in Lake Ontario requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Sligo (Wreck) in Lake Ontario. Water temperatures range from 3°C to 15°C.
The best months to visit Sligo (Wreck) in Lake Ontario are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Sligo (Wreck) in Lake Ontario typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sligo (Wreck) in Lake Ontario typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.