Best for advanced divers, 5-45m, shore entry, mild current.
Pine Point Flooded Quarries consist of abandoned open-pit mines filled with groundwater, offering a unique industrial landscape for advanced snorkelers. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility is generally good, typically between 10 and 25 metres. Divers and snorkelers should be prepared for consistently cold water temperatures influenced by underground springs and the presence of thermal layers. Access is via the shore, and parking is available on-site. Due to the depth, potential for entanglement, and overhead environments, this site is strictly for advanced practitioners. Typical sessions last approximately 45 minutes, with mild currents present.
60.84580, -114.44120
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Depth
5-45m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
No, this site is intended for advanced snorkelers and divers due to the significant depths, overhead environments, and cold water conditions.
The depth ranges from 5 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Access to the water is via the shore.
Yes, the site is rated 4/5 for snorkelling, though it is recommended only for advanced practitioners.
Hazards include cold water, significant depth, potential for entanglement, low visibility, overhead environments, and thermoclines.
Diving at Pine Point Flooded Quarries in Hay River requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Pine Point Flooded Quarries in Hay River typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pine Point Flooded Quarries in Hay River typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
