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Local tourism overview for the quarry dive centre.
Dive Spot Guide•
Portroe Quarry
Freshwater quarry dive centre in Tipperary with varied training features.
Local operator required
Access is managed by the dive centre’s opening times, admission, and qualification rules.
A controlled inland quarry with training shelves, deeper sections, and man-made attractions. Clear water, strong facilities, and year-round access make it a versatile training site.
About Portroe Quarry
Portroe Quarry is a flooded inland quarry dive centre in Tipperary, with training shelves, deeper sections, and plenty of man-made attractions such as cars, boats, mirrors, and themed structures. It is a controlled freshwater site with clear water, strong facilities, and year-round diving when the centre is open. Weekend opening and cold-water planning shape the experience.
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Research Estimate At Portroe Quarry
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 11m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeLimited life
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Portroe Quarry?
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Portroe Quarry Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 40m
Depth Note
Published site ranges vary from shallow training shelves to deeper sections; the current record keeps the conservative 6m to 40m span.
Best Season
all year round
Typical Conditions
Good visibility is common, but cold freshwater is the main limiter; winter is more about comfort than access.
Safety & Access At Portroe Quarry
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Cold water
Safety Notes
Cold water and depth transitions are the main considerations. Keep buoyancy tight around the training features and deeper sections.
Access Restrictions
Entry depends on the dive centre’s opening times, admission fee, and qualification or membership requirements.
Legal Notes
Follow the centre’s rules and any qualification or membership requirements before entering the quarry.
Local Intel For Portroe Quarry
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is available across a wide depth range with multiple underwater attractions to explore.
Freediving
Freediving is supported, with depths suitable for both shallow and deeper sessions.
Snorkeling
Possible on shallow shelves in calm conditions, but the quarry is mainly used for scuba and freedive training.
Recent Logged Visits At Portroe Quarry
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Portroe Quarry
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility11m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
