Welland Scuba Park

Shore diving Saturday, July 18, 2026

Dive Site: Welland Scuba Park.
Registration: Send $15 shore dive fee by eTransfer to bluenorthscuba@gmail.com
Divemaster: Steve Meggeson , NAUI #66042
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Time:
– 9:30 am for first dive.
– 12:45 pm for second dive.
Type of dive: Shore dive.
Max number of scuba divers: 10
Number of dives: 2
Dive Site Description: Maximum depth for this shore dive is 35 ft. The old Welland Canal was closed in 1972. In 2005, the city designated the former canal a passive waterway. Niagara Divers Association developed a plan to locate a scuba park in one section of the waterway between the Lincoln Street Bridge to the north and the old Train bridge to the south. There are training platforms, wrecks, a sunken submarine, and an interesting spot for diving under the old swing bridge where fish congregate around the pilings.
Dive Site street address: Southeast corner of Lincoln St. and Denistoun St.
– Between the Lincoln Street Bridge to the north and the old Train bridge to the south.
– See the map below.
– What to expect underwater: Read the article on the Welland Scuba Park from Pelham Today.
Meeting location: At the dive site.
Driving time from Toronto: 2.5 hours.
Level of Experience: Novice to Experienced.
Suitable for Newly certified divers? Yes!
– Divers of all levels, including newly certified divers and experienced divers looking for a fun outing, or maybe to try out some new gear in a safe location.

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Registration

Registration: Send $15 shore dive fee by eTransfer to bluenorthscuba@gmail.com

Blue North’s minimum requirements

  • Age requirement: 18 years of age (or discuss with DM if younger).
  • Certification requirement: Open Water Scuba Diver or above, certified by a recognized agency. 
  • Membership Requirement, Part 1: Divers have filled in the annual BN Scuba Profile & Waiver.
  • Membership Requirement, Part 2: Divers have paid annual fees: (a) Blue North Scuba Club membership fee $20. (b) Ontario Underwater Council (OUC) membership fee $50.  
  • Membership Requirement, Part 3: Divers will adhere to Blue North dive policies.
  • Club dive fee: Paid at least one week in advance for this dive – $15 by eTransfer to bluenorthscuba@gmail.com
  • OUC Release (annual) has been signed and valid at least 24 hr. before the event.

Note: Newly certified divers from the June certification in Tobermory are already Blue North Members and eligible to register for this dive.

Photos from last year’s dive

wreck
sub
friend
welland monster
getting ready
S.I.
chill
congrats to the DM
dockside
happy diver
fun with ducks

photo credits: Martin Bonert, Behrang Mohajer

Plan your trip

Divers are expected to bring everything they need for a day of diving, including:
– water
– sunscreen, hat
– your own lunch (Note: there is a Tim’s and McDonald’s nearby, but you may lose your parking spot.)
– all your own dive gear
– two tanks.

Scuba Gear:
– Bring all your own scuba gear, including two tanks.
– The water is a typical Ontario temperature for mid summer, so expect to need a “double 7 mm” wetsuit with hood, gloves and boots.
– Sample list of scuba gear to bring on the dive trip

Transportation:
Need a Ride / Give a Ride: Watch for a WhatsApp to arrange rides, and talk to your Divemaster.
If you are driving, please offer a ride to your fellow divers.

Accommodation:
Some people make this a one-day event, driving up and back the same day. Some people stay overnight. Check the internet to find something that’s right for you. Your Divemaster may have a suggestion.

Questions? Contact us.

Club Policies:
Read the Club dive policies.

Photo credit: David Gilchrist