

Best for beginner divers, 6-33m, shore entry.
The Madiera is a freshwater shipwreck located off the North Shore of Lake Superior. This site offers shore access to a wreck lying at depths between 6 and 33 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures ranging from 1 to 12 degrees Celsius, necessitating the use of drysuits or thick wetsuits. Visibility is highly variable, fluctuating between 3 and 24 metres, and the structure presents potential entanglement hazards. Due to the depth and cold conditions, this site is best suited for experienced divers. Guided tours are available and recommended for initial visits to assist with navigation.
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Guided tours are available on site and are worth taking for your first visit, since the variable visibility makes independent navigation of the wreck genuinely disorienting until you know the layout. Pack a torch regardless of conditions, as low light inside the structure is common.
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Depth
6-33m
Visibility
3-24m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
1-12°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
While the site is accessible from the shore, the depth and cold water conditions make it more appropriate for advanced divers rather than beginners.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 6 to 33 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
The Madiera is a shore dive, allowing for direct entry into the water without the need for a boat.
Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 1 to 12 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Drysuits are recommended in spring and autumn, while full wetsuits are suitable for summer.
Divers should be cautious of cold water, significant depth, variable visibility, potential surge, and entanglement risks within the wreck structure.
Diving at Madiera in Madiera requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Madiera in Madiera. Water temperatures range from 1°C to 12°C.