Morrison’s Quarry
Morrison's Quarry, nestled in the picturesque region of Wakefield, Quebec, is renowned as one of Canada's premier scuba training destinations. This captivating dive site also serves as an idyllic campsite and a vibrant venue for extraordinary concerts and festivals throughout the summer months.
While the rich biodiversity may be scarce, Morrison's Quarry compensates with remarkable visibility, making it an ideal diving location to explore the submerged aircraft and structures that have been intentionally sunken for divers' delight. With a maximum depth of 15 meters and impressive visibility ranging from 5 meters in the summer to over 100 feet in the spring, this site offers a captivating underwater experience.
Upon arrival, a modest fee of $20, payable to Mrs. Morrison or one of her sons, grants divers access to this aquatic wonderland. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Morrison's Quarry welcomes enthusiasts of all levels to discover the captivating depths beneath its pristine waters.
Plan your dive adventure at Morrison's Quarry and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring underwater world that awaits you in Wakefield, Quebec, Canada.
While the rich biodiversity may be scarce, Morrison's Quarry compensates with remarkable visibility, making it an ideal diving location to explore the submerged aircraft and structures that have been intentionally sunken for divers' delight. With a maximum depth of 15 meters and impressive visibility ranging from 5 meters in the summer to over 100 feet in the spring, this site offers a captivating underwater experience.
Upon arrival, a modest fee of $20, payable to Mrs. Morrison or one of her sons, grants divers access to this aquatic wonderland. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Morrison's Quarry welcomes enthusiasts of all levels to discover the captivating depths beneath its pristine waters.
Plan your dive adventure at Morrison's Quarry and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring underwater world that awaits you in Wakefield, Quebec, Canada.
Diving Conditions Score for Morrison’s Quarry
4.8
Below AverageChallenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Morrison’s Quarry
Depth
15m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Morrison’s Quarry
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
18.3 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
18.4km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
17.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Morrison’s Quarry
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Dive Score Chart for Morrison’s Quarry
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 6.580733333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 11.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.093333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Morrison’s Quarry: 06:00
Sunset at Morrison’s Quarry: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Morrison’s Quarry are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
8:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 11.9 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 12.1 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 15.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Morrison’s QuarryAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Morrison’s Quarry
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Morrison’s Quarry
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Morrison’s Quarry
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.9
Ideal Conditions for Morrison’s Quarry
Water Temp
24.6°C / 76.3°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Morrison’s Quarry
Morrison’s Quarry shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.6°C) and December the coldest (20.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026
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