Open Water Adventures provides shore-based reef diving in shallow water, suitable for beginners building confidence in a natural environment. Divers enter directly from the shore, avoiding the need for a boat. The site features a full range of facilities, including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Air fills and equipment rental are available on-site, alongside boat charter services. Conditions at this location vary, so it is recommended to assess current and visibility before entering the water. Arriving early on weekends is advised to secure parking and ensure sufficient time to prepare for the dive.

Lake Hickory Scuba Park is a freshwater artificial reef site featuring a variety of submerged objects connected by guide ropes. Divers can explore training platforms, a basketball hoop, a jet ski, a sailboat, and satellite dishes. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from the surface to 9 metres and an average depth of 6 metres. Entry is available from both shore and boat. Conditions include mild currents and visibility typically between 0 and 3 metres. Divers should be aware of thermoclines throughout the water column. Facilities on-site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, and a dive shop.