

Best for advanced divers, 18-46m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
The Forest City is a wreck dive located in Big Tub Harbour, Canada, within Fathom Five National Marine Park. Resting at depths between 18 and 46 metres, this site is suited for advanced divers with deep diving certification. The wreck is situated 1500 metres from shore and requires boat access. Divers encounter cold freshwater conditions ranging from 1 to 19 degrees Celsius, necessitating drysuit use. Visibility fluctuates between 5 and 25 metres. Hazards include boat traffic, entanglement risks within the structure, and the potential for nitrogen narcosis. Divers should maintain awareness of thermal status and decompression requirements throughout the typical 40-minute dive.
45.31515, -81.55703
Check zebra mussel shells before touching surfaces as fresh breaks create razor-sharp edges.
Boat access required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-46m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
1-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jul
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to its depth, cold water temperatures, and the technical nature of the wreck.
The Forest City lies at depths ranging from 18 to 46 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
While the site is 1500 metres from shore, boat charter is the recommended access method for this wreck.
No, this is a deep wreck dive site and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Divers must manage risks including cold water, decompression, entanglement within the wreck, nitrogen narcosis, and boat traffic.
Diving at The Forest City in Tobermory requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at The Forest City in Tobermory. Water temperatures range from 1°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit The Forest City in Tobermory are July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
The Forest City in Tobermory typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Forest City in Tobermory typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.