FFESSM base site with access and activity overview.
Beaumont sur Oise: managed freshwater quarry dive
Beaumont sur Oise: managed freshwater quarry dive
Beaumont sur Oise is a managed former cement quarry turned freshwater dive base, with clear water, training-friendly infrastructure, and enough depth for progressive scuba work. It suits club dives, coursework, and controlled recreational diving more than relaxed sightseeing, with a focus on buoyancy, navigation, and structured practice.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 25m
Depth Note
Freshwater quarry profiles range from the surface to about 25 m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Clear freshwater, calm quarry conditions, and controlled club-site diving with on-site support.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Use a wetsuit adapted to the water temperature, follow the site access rules, and keep buoyancy stable through the deeper quarry sections.
Access Restrictions
Open to licensed FFESSM divers via club, committee, or approved commercial structure; follow the site entrance and parking rules.
Legal Notes
Do not block the roundabout or entrance, and respect the site access and parking instructions.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shore-access quarry diving with structured training options, clear water, and deeper profiles for progression.
Freediving
Apnea is one of the site's listed activities, so freediving works best in organized, trained sessions rather than casual drop-ins.
Snorkeling
Casual snorkeling is not the focus; the site is organized around scuba, apnea, and club training.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
FFESSM base site with access and activity overview.
Municipal page for the dive base and its history.
Tourism listing with access, facilities, and seasonality.
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