

Best for intermediate divers, 65-20m, boat entry, mild current.
The O.J. Walker is a deep freshwater wreck resting at a depth of 65 metres in Lake Champlain. Access to this site is strictly by boat. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures, which reach the mid-60s in late summer, and the use of drysuits is preferred. The site presents an overhead environment with potential entanglement risks, requiring careful navigation. Visibility is variable and can be low, necessitating the use of a reel and line. Due to the depth and environmental conditions, this site is suited for intermediate divers who can manage technical diving challenges and cold water exposure.
44.47867, -73.24067
Control your buoyancy to stay off the bottom and avoid damaging the fragile shipwreck.
Located approximately 3/4 of a mile west of the north end of the Burlington breakwater.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
65-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The wreck sits at a depth of 65 metres.
No, access to the O.J. Walker is strictly by boat.
Hazards include cold water temperatures, low or variable visibility, and entanglement risks associated with the overhead environment of the wreck.
No, the site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth of 65 metres and the technical challenges of an overhead environment.
Diving at O.J. Walker in Burlington requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit O.J. Walker in Burlington are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
O.J. Walker in Burlington typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.