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Lillie Parsons (Wreck)
Lillie Parsons: upside-down wreck drift dive
Boat-only Brockville wreck with a quick drift along Sparrow Island; best for experienced divers who want a planned pickup and close buoyancy control.
About Lillie Parsons (Wreck)
Lillie Parsons is an upside-down wooden schooner on the Sparrow Island side of the Brockville narrows. The wreck and island wall create a classic drift profile: boat-only access, a quick current, and a planned pickup make the dive work best for experienced wreck divers who can stay streamlined and follow the exit line. The appeal is the broken hull shape, the island contour, and the move with the flow rather than a static tour.
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Research Estimate At Lillie Parsons (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 3.5m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Lillie Parsons (Wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Lillie Parsons (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12.2m - 27.4m
Depth Note
Wreck lies between 40–50 ft, with wreckage extending to about 90 ft.
Best Season
Late summer
Typical Conditions
Quick current, boat-only drift, and variable visibility; late-summer water is usually clearer.
Safety & Access At Lillie Parsons (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficLow visibilityOverhead environmentStrong current
Safety Notes
Keep the dive tight to the wreck or island wall, and respect the current and nearby shipping lane.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access. Plan for a drift-style exit and flag/chase boat support.
Legal Notes
Sparrow Island facilities are controlled by Brockville Parks Department. No camping in the designated dive area.
Local Intel For Lillie Parsons (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Classic wreck-and-drift scuba dive; follow the island contour and plan the pickup before leaving the hull.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target because the current and wreck layout favor scuba and a planned drift exit.
Snorkeling
Not suited to snorkeling; the site is boat-only and current-swept, so it is a scuba dive rather than a snorkel stop.
Wildlife at Lillie Parsons (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Lillie Parsons (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Lillie Parsons (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility3.5m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
