

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, boat entry, mild current.
Pottahawk Point is a shallow sandbar located at the boundary of the Inner and Outer Bays in the Great Lakes of Ontario. This site features sandy flats and weed beds, offering a shallow environment for snorkelers with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres. Access is by boat only, as the site is situated 8 kilometres from the shore. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 3 and 10 metres and mild currents. Hazards include boat traffic, surge, and cold water temperatures. The site is suitable for beginners, though water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, peaking in late summer.
42.59150, -80.31580
The area is a remote sandbar in Long Point Bay that requires proper navigation preparation and safety equipment.
Accessible by boat from launch points including Turkey Point Marina, Port Dover Harbor Marina, and Long Point Bay Marina.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
1-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, Pottahawk Point is a snorkel site with a rating of 3/5, suitable for beginners.
The depth at Pottahawk Point ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Boat access is required to reach Pottahawk Point, which is located 8,000 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 1°C in winter to a maximum of 23°C in August. The water is generally suitable for swimming from July to September.
Divers and snorkelers should watch for boat traffic, cold water, entanglement, low visibility, and surge.
Pottahawk Point in Long Point is well-suited for beginner divers and snorkellers. Conditions are typically calm with easy entry and shallow depths.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Pottahawk Point in Long Point. Water temperatures range from 1°C to 23°C.