Best for beginner divers, Up to 9m, shore entry, mild current.
Wheeler Branch Park is a freshwater artificial reef site in the United States suitable for beginner divers. The site features a shore entry and depths reaching up to 9 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 3 to 6 metres. Due to the artificial structure, the site presents potential entanglement hazards and overhead environments, requiring good buoyancy control. It is recommended to dive early in the day to maintain better visibility before water disturbance increases. Facilities available at the park include parking, toilets, and first aid, making it a convenient location for training dives.
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Dive earlier in the day when water disturbance from other park visitors is minimal, which helps preserve what visibility there is. The site has parking, toilets, and first aid on site, so it works well as a training dive without needing to carry everything in.
2099 County Road 301, Glen Rose, TX 76043
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 9m
Visibility
3-6m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers due to the shallow depths and mild currents.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 9 metres.
This is a shore entry site.
Divers should be aware of entanglement risks associated with the artificial structure and avoid entering overhead environments. Visibility can also be variable.
Diving at Wheeler Branch Park in Glen Rose requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Wheeler Branch Park in Glen Rose typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Wheeler Branch Park in Glen Rose typically ranges from 3 metres to 6 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
