Best for beginner divers, 3-25m, shore entry, mild current.
Bellevue Quarry is a freshwater site featuring submerged wrecks and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore these man-made features at depths ranging from 3 to 25 metres. The site is accessible via shore entry and typically experiences mild currents. Conditions include a harsh thermocline between 3 and 6 metres, where temperatures drop from 30°C to 25°C, with deeper sections reaching 10°C to 13°C. Due to the wreckage and artificial structures, divers should be mindful of entanglement risks. On-site facilities include air fills, a dive shop, guided tours, and changing rooms. The site is suitable for beginner divers, though buoyancy control and navigation skills are recommended.
36.08962, -87.02170
You must be on the SCUBA Nashville roster to enter the quarry.
Located at 7856 McCrory Lane, Nashville TN. Email for directions.
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Depth
3-25m
Visibility
7-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
The site offers diving depths between 3 and 25 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, though the presence of wreckage and artificial structures requires careful buoyancy control.
Access to the water is via shore entry.
Hazards include significant depth, potential entanglement in wreckage and artificial structures, and a harsh thermocline.
Yes, the site provides air fills, a dive shop, guided tours, and changing rooms.
Diving at Bellevue Quarry in Nashville requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Bellevue Quarry in Nashville are May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Bellevue Quarry in Nashville typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bellevue Quarry in Nashville typically ranges from 7 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
