

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Erie Rest Beach offers a shallow freshwater shore entry suitable for beginners. The site features a transition from sandy areas to a rocky clay bottom, particularly toward the western edge near the bluffs. Depths typically range from 1 to 5 metres, with an average of 3 metres. Visibility varies between 3 and 10 metres, and currents are generally mild, though divers should be aware of potential rip currents and strong currents in the area. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 1C in February to 23C in August.
42.65980, -81.22720
Erie Rest Beach is a smaller public beach that provides a more relaxed setting compared to the main beach.
Located in Port Stanley, the beach has limited parking nearby.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
1-23°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths and shore entry.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Yes, snorkelling is possible, though it has a rating of 2/5. The rocky clay bottom near the western edge provides more interesting terrain than the main beach area.
This is a shore entry site.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential rip currents and strong currents.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Erie Rest Beach in Port Stanley. Water temperatures range from 1°C to 23°C.
Erie Rest Beach in Port Stanley typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Erie Rest Beach in Port Stanley typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.