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Brownstone Park
Location: Portland, CT
Directions to Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park
The quarry is conveniently located 20 minutes south of Hartford in Portland, Conn., across the Connecticut River from Middletown.
Brownstone Park
161 Brownstone Avenue
Portland, Conn. 06480
Dive Type: 27 acre brownstone quarry Associtated Costs: $20
Depth: 85' Temperature: 30°s-70° F Visibility: 10-20' Things to see: Fish frequently seen include Large Mouth Bass, Carp, Bluegills, Perch and an occasional American Eel.
Training platforms are installed at various depths. A navigation course has been constructed with surface and underwater markers for practicing compass skills. A number of abandoned vehicles and other items can be found. Several of the abandoned motor vehicles will be removed and other attractions will be submerged for your diving pleasure. We will announce additions as they are added.
Diving Hours: By appointment Local Shop: Scuba Shack
1765 Silas Deane Highway
Rocky Hill, CT 06067Camping: The campground at Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park is currently under construction. Updates will be posted here when camping becomes available.
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