Best for beginner divers, 6-19m, shore entry, mild current.
Clear Lake is a freshwater site featuring both natural reef and artificial reef structures. Divers can expect depths ranging from 5 to 10 metres, with visibility fluctuating between 3 and 15 metres. The site is accessible via a shore entry and is suitable for beginners, though divers should remain aware of boat traffic, potential entanglement hazards, and variable visibility. A thermocline is present, with surface temperatures reaching 21°C during summer months while deeper water remains significantly colder. The site supports night diving, and facilities include toilets, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours. Typical dives last approximately 40 minutes, and the site is well-supported by local instructors and divemasters.
52.76775, -110.61279
Every Tuesday night from the beginning of June to September Long Weekend, the Alberta Adventure Divers trailer is on-site and can provide air fills.
From Wainwright, go East on highway 14 for about 15 km to the Clear Lake/Arm Lake turnoff sign. Go South 10 km to the next Clear/Arm Lake sign past the tracks at the curve, turn right and follow the road about 4 km to the public beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-19m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
Yes, the site is rated for beginner skill levels and has instructors and divemasters available for assistance.
The depth at this site ranges from 5 to 10 metres.
Clear Lake is accessed via a shore entry.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic, potential entanglement, and periods of low visibility.
Yes, the site provides air fills, equipment rental, and a dive trailer for minor repairs.
Diving at Clear Lake in Wainwright requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Clear Lake in Wainwright are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Clear Lake in Wainwright typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Clear Lake in Wainwright typically ranges from 3 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
