

Best for intermediate divers, 15-29m, boat entry, mild current.
The SS Mohegan is a substantial wreck located off the coast of Cornwall, offering a combination of wreckage and reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 15 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, as currents are generally mild. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres, making good buoyancy control and the use of a torch beneficial. Due to the water temperature, which fluctuates between 10 and 15 degrees Celsius, a drysuit or a thick wetsuit is recommended. Access to this site is by boat only, and divers should arrange their charter in advance.
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Check locally for facility availability at the departure point, as provision varies by charter operator. Water temperature sits between 10 and 15 degrees Celsius year-round, so a drysuit or a well-fitting thick wetsuit is strongly recommended.
Boat dive from Porthoustock.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-29m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
10-15°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 15 to 29 metres in depth, with an average depth of 22 metres.
The site is rated for intermediate divers, as it requires comfort with depths up to 29 metres and navigation of wreck and reef structures.
This is a boat-only dive site, and you must arrange your trip through a local charter operator.
Visibility is generally between 5 and 10 metres, and currents are mild. Water temperatures range from 10 to 15 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Diving at SS Mohegan in Helston requires the following certifications: Wreckdivers. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at SS Mohegan in Helston. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 15°C.
The best months to visit SS Mohegan in Helston are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.