Northwest Beach, located within Point Pelee National Park on the Detroit River, offers a shore-entry snorkeling experience suitable for beginners. The site features sandy troughs and small submerged timber, which provide structure for the local environment. Water depths are shallow, starting at one metre. Conditions are generally mild, though snorkelers should be aware of potential surf. Facilities at the beach include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from near freezing in winter to a peak of 24C in July, with the most comfortable conditions for swimming and snorkeling occurring between June and September.

Wheatley Harbour Pier Rocks is an artificial reef formed by the rock armour surrounding the harbour entrance. Divers can explore the crevices created by these rocks, which reach depths of 3 to 10 metres with an average depth of 6 metres. This shore entry site is suitable for intermediate divers, though conditions vary with visibility ranging from 2 to 8 metres. Divers must remain clear of the active boat channel at all times. Hazards include boat traffic, potential entanglement, surf, and low visibility. Typical dives last approximately 50 minutes, and the site is generally less suited for snorkelling.

Seacliff Beach in Leamington offers a shallow, accessible shore entry for snorkellers. The site features a wide sandy bottom with occasional rock clusters located near the pier. Depths typically range from 1 to 3 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 1 to 18 metres depending on conditions. The water temperature fluctuates throughout the year, peaking at 24C in July and August, though a thermocline exists with colder temperatures at depth. The western basin of Lake Erie warms relatively quickly due to its shallow nature. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of the presence of jellyfish.

Wheatley Provincial Park Beach offers a freshwater shore dive featuring a gravelly entry that transitions into a sandy bottom. Located near Rondeau and Erieau, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 2 to 10 metres and an average depth of 4 metres. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including deep water, rip currents, and surf. Visibility at this site varies between 2 and 8 metres, with mild currents. The park provides comprehensive facilities, including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and access to air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.

The Specular is a freshwater wreck located 8046 metres from shore in Lake Erie. The site sits at a consistent depth of 11 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access is by boat only. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, though conditions can be affected by weather. Water temperatures vary significantly throughout the year, ranging from 1 to 24 degrees Celsius. Due to cold water temperatures, particularly below the thermocline, drysuits or thick 7mm wetsuits are recommended. Divers should be aware of potential entanglement hazards around the wreck structure and carry a dive knife or line cutter.

The Tasmania is a shallow freshwater wreck located 150 metres offshore near Rondeau and Erieau. Resting at depths between 2 and 8 metres, the site is suitable for beginner divers seeking wreck experience. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, though conditions vary. Divers must access the site by boat. Due to the location, be aware of nearby boat traffic and always deploy a surface marker buoy upon ascent. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 1C to 24C, requiring appropriate thermal protection for the season. Exercise caution regarding entanglement risks on the wreck structure.

Mettawas Beach in Kingsville provides shore access to the shallow limestone shelves of Lake Erie. The site features a mix of natural reef topography and artificial structures, including scattered rocks and submerged features. Snorkellers should be aware of variable conditions, as the site is subject to boat traffic, surf, and potential rip currents. Visibility can be low, and water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 1°C in winter to 24°C in peak summer. Facilities at the beach include parking, toilets, showers, and a rinse station. Guided tours are available for those seeking assistance in navigating the area.

Cedar Beach in Kingsville is a sandy site situated at the mouth of Cedar Creek. Snorkellers typically explore the area near the breakwater and the creek mouth, where the transition zone between the creek and Lake Erie provides a habitat for various freshwater fish. The site is accessible from the shore and features facilities including parking, toilets, and showers. Conditions at this freshwater location are variable, with potential hazards including boat traffic, cold water, low visibility, rip currents, strong currents, and surf. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 1C in winter to 24C in peak summer months.