

Best for advanced divers, 15-21m, boat entry, mild current.
The Waome is a wooden wreck located in Georgian Bay, resting upright on a silt lake bottom at depths between 15 and 21 metres. Originally launched in 1912 as the Mink, the vessel was built in the Gravenhurst ship building yard. Divers access the site by boat, which is required as the wreck lies 300 metres from shore. Conditions are characterised by tea-coloured water due to tannic acid, resulting in very dark conditions that necessitate the use of a dive light. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 15 metres. This is an advanced dive due to the overhead environment and cold water. As a protected Marine Historical Site, all material must remain undisturbed.
45.08324, -79.50725
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Depth
15-21m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
The wreck sits at depths ranging from 15 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the overhead environment and dark, cold water conditions.
Access is by boat only, as the wreck is located 300 metres from the shore.
Snorkelling is not recommended due to the depth of the wreck and the dark, tea-coloured water conditions.
Summer water temperatures range from 18.0 to 24.0 °C, while winter temperatures drop to between 0.0 and 4.0 °C.
Diving at Waome in Bracebridge requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.