Fathom Five National Marine Park
Fathom Five National Marine Park
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Dana N
London, Canada1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Family
The views were absolutely beautiful! A must see at least once in a lifetime! Atmosphere cannot be explained. You must see for yourself in order to get the full experience of all the beautiful places offered.
Written 13 September 2023
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theoljohnnyboy
New Florence, PA1,535 contributions
Jul 2023
We spent a day here in 2015 and it left such good memories that we decided to come back to experience it once more today. It was just as good as before. We took the first boat out, not only do you get a discount but you have the opportunity to have fewer people on the island. We were able to enjoy it for quite a few hours and highly recommend it.
Written 21 July 2023
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franneee
Vancouver, Canada241 contributions
Jun 2023
We really enjoyed our boat trip and seeing the ship wrecks. It certainly is a beautiful place to visit.
Written 23 June 2023
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Fathom 5 Fishing
Tobermory, Canada1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Business
Some of the best scenery and amazing fishing I have ever seen. A wonderful experience. I caught two rainbows thee salmon and a steelhead in three trips.
Written 12 December 2022
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Jodie M
Lindstrom, MN15 contributions
Aug 2022
We had lovely weather and the captain went round and round so everyone could see the 1895 wreck. All the crew are helpful and pleasant.
Written 11 September 2022
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Stellan D
Bromma, Sweden585 contributions
Sept 2022
There are several ship wrecks in the area which you can see from galss bottom boats or by diving or snorkling. Som of the wrecks are well preserved despite being there for a hundred years.
Written 6 September 2022
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budsfan29
Vaughan, Canada224 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
We visited both Flowerpot Island via a Bruce Anchor Cruise, and the the Fathom Five Visitors Centre (which is included with your park pass). Both are well worth visiting. On Flowerpot Island we had up close glimpses of both Flowerpots and the Cave. We also saw the lighthouse and other islands from our boat (along with a couple of shipwrecks). Then at the Visitors Centre, we thoroughly enjoyed walking through the gallery of exhibits about Fathom Five, Bruce Peninsula and Tobermory. Then we climbed the steps to the top of the Lookout Tower for a great view of the bay and the Peninsula. If you are planning to only take the shipwreck tour think again and make sure a stop on Flowerpot Island in the Fathom Five National Park is included!
Written 15 August 2022
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patlv23
Winnipeg, Canada698 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Was able to visit Flowerpot Island and learn about some of the other islands as part of a Bruce Anchor Cruises tour and also saw more of it while on the Chi Cheemaun Ferry. Flowerpot Island is likely the only way to actually walk through the park (for the regular visitor).
Written 28 July 2022
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HappyTraveller
Toronto, Canada211 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
The glass bottom boat ride to the park is not very long. You can take the short hike up to the lighthouse or go beyond. The trails are rocky with tree roots so wear sturdy shoes. Don’t forget to take a dip along the way!
Written 25 July 2022
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Linda T
27 contributions
Jul 2022
There are several sunken ships to view around the Tobermory harbour, bays and coves. Take a "glass-bottom boat" tour or kayak or snorkel to see the shipwrecks up close.
Written 20 July 2022
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tecnopicchio
Belluno, Italy7 contributions
Hello. We are 8 people (5 adults and three children 10-10-6) and we are going to visit the Park on April 2018 (Easter period). We want to know if the park is open and what we can do there in one or two days. Thank you.
traveling2050
Toronto, Canada77 contributions
Which cruise company does anyone recommend ?
Once they drop off the flower island , is there schedule for pick up?
sfryyz
Canada410 contributions
We used blue heron and we were happy. I’m sure there are other good options as well.
They have plenty of departure times available both coming and going. Also have the option of taking the longer glass bottom boat trip one way and the faster express jet boat on the other way.
You book your time slots for both the outbound and inbound trips, and which type of boat you want (same price).
I have two questions!
1) Is there a boat tour that includes both a stop at flowerpot island AND a view of the shipwrecks? From the website it doesn't seem like it but I thought it'd be better to ask.
2) Is it better to book a boat trip ahead of time or can I book one once I get there?
Thank you!
sfryyz
Canada410 contributions
Yes we did this with Blue Heron (maybe other cruises do this as well). On the glass bottom boat, you stop in Big Tub Harbour and can see two shipwrecks before heading towards Flowerpot Island.
SuzanneQzie
Oshawa, Canada22 contributions
We are planning our day at Fathom Five and, after spending time in the Visitor Centre we want to hit the trails. On the map, I don't really see any beaches in Little Dunks Cove so just wondering if there are swimming spots at the end of any of the trails as it would be nice to have a bit of a cool down before the hike back to the Visitor Centre.
jispencermaine
Camden, ME
what is the water temperature?
Paul N
21 contributions
This morning, it was 48F at approximately 70 feet deep. Ambient air temperature as of 3 pm is +27C. Divers on our boat this morning were diving WITHOUT hoods & gloves at ~30 feet by noon.
jispencermaine
Camden, ME
What is the current water temp at flower pot Island in C. or F. ( we use F but can convert)
Paul N
21 contributions
The air temperature, as of August 10th, was 82F. Go to the Five Fathoms Marine Park website at Parks Canada for current details (surface temperatures necessitate a wet suit [at depth I dive in a 7 mm wetsuit]).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fathom Five National Marine Park
- Hotels near Fathom Five National Marine Park:
- (0.55 km) Blue Bay Motel
- (0.61 km) Harbourside Motel
- (0.34 km) The Grandview Motel
- (0.43 km) Innisfree Bed & Breakfast
- (0.53 km) The Forest House B&B
- Restaurants near Fathom Five National Marine Park:
- (0.59 km) Tobermory Brewing Company and Grill
- (0.44 km) Coconut Joe's
- (0.50 km) The Tobermory Princess Hotel Restaurant
- (0.59 km) BeaverTails
- (0.77 km) Shipwreck Lee's Of Tobermory
- Attractions near Fathom Five National Marine Park:
- (0.00 km) Loop Trail,flowerpot Island
- (0.08 km) Visitor's Centre Parks Canada Tobermory
- (0.67 km) Tobermory Wave Adventures
- (0.59 km) MS Chi-Cheemaun
- (0.75 km) Divers Den