

Best for intermediate divers, 1-10m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Wilderness Campground Shoreline at Dutch Springs offers a freshwater diving experience featuring grass beds and rocky outcrops. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres. Access is available via both shore and boat, though the site is located 4800 metres from the shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility typically between 3 and 9 metres. Water temperatures can reach the high 20s Celsius later in the season, though a thermocline exists at approximately 9 metres, below which temperatures are significantly colder. Hazards include cold water, depth, entanglement risks, and low visibility. Facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and first aid.
40.60450, -74.83100
Due to variable winds, boaters are encouraged to follow the coastline and not travel across the middle of the reservoir.
Access is via hiking 3-6 miles on the Cushetunk Trail or by boat 1-4 miles from the camper parking lot. Registration and check-in at the park office are required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
3-9m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore & Boat
Current
Mild
The site is rated for intermediate skill levels.
The site has a depth range of 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Yes, entry is possible from both the shore and by boat.
Divers should be aware of cold water, depth, potential entanglement, low visibility, and the presence of a thermocline.
Diving at Wilderness Campground Shoreline in Lebanon requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Wilderness Campground Shoreline in Lebanon typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Wilderness Campground Shoreline in Lebanon typically ranges from 3 metres to 9 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.