Diving in Lake Erie

The shallowest, and warmest of all the Great Lakes is Lake Erie. Even though you’ll find warm waters, it’s recommendable that you dive in your drysuit or 7mm (.28-inch) neoprene wetsuit. Lake Erie is the perfect spot for divers of all experience levels. The western basin of Lake Erie alone is home to 286 shipwrecks. The Great Lakes Seaway Trail runs along the shores of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario; this trail offers impressive scenic topside views and has great dive sites with a variety of wrecks like the Islander, the Eagle Wing Group, and the David W. Mills, among many.

Dive Sites in Lake Erie

The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.