Timeline
10:00
Head northeast from the road leading to the abandoned radio station building with the "big golf balls" on top. In the summer low tide, you can hike out across the tidal flats to the MV Ithaca wreck. The 260-ft steamship ran aground in 1960, and locals once stripped it for its ore cargo. Check with locals first to ensure the tide and ground conditions are safe for the walk.
11:00
Enjoy a packed lunch or snack on the flats or nearby. There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity, so bring your own provisions.
11:30
Before heading back, take a moment to appreciate the view from the helicopter perspective if available, or simply rest near the wreck site. The area offers a stark, historical landscape shaped by both maritime accident and local industry.
Local tip
Safety is paramount. The hike to the wreck is only possible in summer low tide. Always seek local advice before setting out to ensure you will be safe.
Check before you go
- Check tide times and local advice before hiking to the MV Ithaca wreck.
- Bring your own food and water as there are no food or drink shops nearby.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Churchill (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).