

Best for beginner divers, 5-11m, boat entry, mild current.
Champlain II is a shipwreck site in Lake Champlain that serves as an artificial reef. Resting at depths between 5 and 11 metres, the wreck is accessible to beginner divers, though it requires boat entry. Divers should be prepared for mild currents and variable visibility ranging from 3 to 12 metres. The site features an overhead environment within the hull, presenting risks of entanglement and sharp surfaces. Sharp thermoclines are common, and water temperatures fluctuate from the 40s°F to a summer peak of 72°F. Drysuits are strongly recommended for this freshwater dive. Guided tours are available and advised for those navigating the wreck structure.
44.20600, -73.37633
The vessel is infested with zebra mussels, so gloves are recommended to avoid cuts.
The wreck lies close to the New York shore between Barn Rock and Rock Harbor, north of Westport, NY, and across from Basin Harbor, VT. The shoreline is private.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-11m
Visibility
3-12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is considered accessible for newly certified divers, though the overhead environment and entanglement risks require careful buoyancy control.
The wreck lies at depths between 5 and 11 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site.
Conditions include mild currents and visibility that can fluctuate between 3 and 12 metres. Divers should be prepared for sharp thermoclines and cold water temperatures.
Divers must manage risks associated with the overhead environment, potential entanglement, and sharp surfaces on the wreck structure. Carrying a torch is recommended to assist with visibility and detail.
Diving at Champlain II in Westport, NY requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Champlain II in Westport, NY are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.