

Best for beginner divers, 6-32m, shore entry.
Conger Alley is a shore dive located at the north end of Loch Long. The site features a reef environment with depths ranging from 6 to 32 metres. Sheltered by surrounding hills, the area experiences minimal currents, making it accessible for most of the year. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of cold water temperatures, which fluctuate between 8 and 16C throughout the year. Due to the presence of silt in certain areas, maintaining good buoyancy control is essential for all visitors. The site is suitable for beginners and offers both diving and snorkelling opportunities.
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If you venture out on the muddy flat at 30m, use a compass as it is very easy to get lost; return to the reef on a 315 degree heading.
Kit up in the lay-by or on the pavement, walk 200m south from the lay-by, and step over a low fence opposite the white house. A cleared path leads to the water entry point marked by a large rock on the left.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-32m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
8-16°C
Current
None
Best Time
Feb
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers.
The depth at Conger Alley ranges from 6 to 32 metres.
Conger Alley is a shore dive.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
The main hazards include cold water, depth, and silt.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Conger Alley, Arrochar in Arrochar. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 16°C.
The best months to visit Conger Alley, Arrochar in Arrochar are February. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Conger Alley, Arrochar in Arrochar typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.