Mystery Lake Scuba Park is a freshwater artificial reef site in the United States. Divers access the water via a shore entry for dives typically lasting 45 minutes. The site reaches a depth of approximately 12 metres. Conditions vary significantly throughout the year, with summer water temperatures reaching 28.9°C and winter temperatures dropping to 10°C. Divers should be prepared for cold water and distinct thermoclines, which can make deeper sections chilly even during the summer months. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, and changing rooms, with guided tours available for those who require them.
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Visitors can see the town's abandoned water filtration building and concrete holding tank on the way to the water entry.
Located at 536 Old Quarry Rd, Wendell, North Carolina.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12m
Entry
Shore
Typical Dive
45 min
The site is a freshwater artificial reef with a depth of 12 metres, though divers should be prepared for thermoclines and cold water conditions.
The site reaches a depth of 12 metres.
Access to the water is via a shore entry.
The main hazards are cold water and the presence of thermoclines.
Diving at Mystery Lake Scuba Park in Wendell requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
