

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Kiwanis Heydenshore Park offers a shore entry from a pebbly beach, leading to a rocky bottom that functions as both a natural and artificial reef. This site is suitable for beginners, though divers must navigate mild currents and potential hazards including boat traffic, entanglement, and low visibility. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 4°C in winter to 21°C in August, presenting a risk of hypothermia. Species recorded around this area include snails, alewife, brown bullhead, round goby, common carp, white sucker, pike, common perch, rainbow trout, and trout. Facilities at the park include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and a cafe.
43.85050, -78.91750
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
4-21°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include snails, alewife, brown bullhead, round goby, common carp, white sucker, pike, common perch, rainbow trout, and trout.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be prepared for cold water, low visibility, and boat traffic.
This is a shore entry site accessed via a pebbly beach.
Snorkelling is possible but rated 1/5 due to the site conditions and environment.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water temperatures, potential entanglement, low visibility, and surf.
Diving at Kiwanis Heydenshore Park in Whitby requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Kiwanis Heydenshore Park in Whitby. Water temperatures range from 4°C to 21°C.
Kiwanis Heydenshore Park in Whitby typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.