SUNKEN SHIP, Sweepstakes Shipwreck, Tobermory, Ontario

1 - SWEEPSTAKES (schooner) Built: Burlington, Ontario, 1867 Length: 36.3 m (119 ft) Depth: maximum depth 7 m (20 ft) This two-masted schooner was damaged off Cove Island then towed to Big Tub Harbour where she sank in September, 1885. The hull is still intact, with the windlass and a portion of the bow rail still in place. For both conservation and safety, penetration of the wreck is not permitted. One of the most popular wrecks in the park. It is visited by divers, snorkellers and tour boat passengers. 2 - CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS (steamer) Built: Grand Haven, Michigan, 1879 Length: 37 .3 m (122.5 ft) Depth: maximum depth 5 m (15 ft) The City of Grand Rapids was an elegant passenger steamer until it burned and sank in October, 1907. Its charred remains now lie in shallow water about 30 m (100 ft) from the wreck of the Sweepstakes. Its rudder and propeller are displayed at the local museum. This site is suitable for both divers and snorkellers. Subscribe! -    / t3times   For Footage and Business Enquires please email [email protected]