Seneca Lake: Watkins Glen Barges Suggest edit

United States Suggest · New York Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

20Max dive depth

20.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

NoneCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

0.0–4.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Seneca Lake: Watkins Glen Barges is a unique dive site located in the Finger Lakes region of New York. The site features submerged barges that provide an interesting underwater landscape and habitat for various aquatic life.

Divers can explore the remains of several barges, which are accessible from the shore. The site offers opportunities to observe local fish species and the unique ecology of the lake.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: None Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 0.0–4.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand silt debris Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Good lighting conditions in summer, focus on wreck details.

Location

Underwater Moments at Seneca Lake: Watkins Glen Barges

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