This popular site has many attractions including a plane and other items of interest. The water is typically very cold though at any depth so a two layer wetsuit is required with a hood and gloves. A good reference site is: https://www.neptune-scuba.info/ca/qc/carriere-morrison-en.html The fee is $20 for entry (cash) to be paid to the quarry […]
Lock 21 is a fairly high current dive so should only be done by advanced divers who are comfortable with higher current dives. It is located off the south-western end of Macdonell Island near Long Sault. Web information sources: SOS provides a great description and sketch of the lock: https://saveontarioshipwrecks.ca/diverguides/lock-21/ Neptune: https://www.neptune-scuba.info/ca/on/ecluse-lock-21-en.html New York Times […]
This is a great short drift dive starting at the "Wreck Wee Hawk". We then swim to the entrance of Lock 28 and then drift downstream and eventually cross into the main channel and end up on the Conestoga (Connie), where you can loop around. We often also dive back to near the entrance location. […]
This is a very large dive site with lots to see. The current can be strong so only divers comfortable with current should participate. Here is a detailed guide about the lock: https://morrisburgdivesites.com/2020/06/15/exit-plan-getting-to-the-beach/ This map shows the public dock and the beach where we come out of the water.
This is a shallow, almost no current dive. We simply travel around an old lock. There can be some pike or carp or other interesting fish depending on the time of year. It is recommended to use a dive float as their can be some boat traffic. You will also want to have a light. […]
This is a great dive location for several reasons. The vis can be better than other shore dive areas, there is lots of depth along the wall if desired and the wall in interesting to see. There are two dive locations. The 1st and most popular is to enter beside the beach area. There is […]
This is a shallow, almost no current dive. We simply travel around an old lock. There can be some pike or carp or other interesting fish depending on the time of year. It is recommended to use a dive float as their can be some boat traffic. You will also want to have a light. […]
This is a great dive spot for basic divers. There is a line from the shore to the wreck. Don't forget to bring flashlights to this site! SOS and Augusta Township provide great info about this site. DCIM100GOPROGOPR0416.JPG Roger Lacasse has posted a great 3D model of the wreck on the 3dshipwrecks website.
This is a great spot to check out your gear and visit the underwater statues or do something more adventurous. The inner area has been populated with wonderful life-sized statues. Click on the image below to see the SOS PDF on this site. Secondly, advanced, fully equipped (NLT 100cuft tank) and ideally with a pony […]