Quail
Run Diver's Quarry
Rolla, Missouri
Under new ownership!
Mike & Kate Jones
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Download
the map and directions.
Quail
Run Diver's Quarry is a spring-fed stone quarry located
just east of Rolla, Missouri, approx. 1 1/2 hours from St.
Louis, offering divers a quick escape to get wet!
Typically
used as a training facility, there are several training
platforms from 15 to 25 feet deep. Divers can explore a
sunken speed boat, pay homage to the Christmas tree (with
ornaments!) and brave the cold down to the spring that feeds
the quarry.
Highlights:
Attractions: Christmas tree with decorations, catfish and
perch, safe, speed boat
Distance: 1 1/2 hours (110 miles)
Amenities: picnic tables, porta potties, changing area
Max Depth: 35'
Visibility: 3'-15'
Water Temp: 70-80 F (summer)
Directions
to Quail Run Quarry: Download a printable map here.
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From Y-kiki Divers, take Olive Blvd. east to I-270 South
• Take I-270 South to I-44 West
• Turn off of I-44 at Exit 189 (Highway V)
• Turn left at top of ramp, going back over I-44
• Keep to the right and cross over the railroad tracks
• Make a right turn onto Chester Green Road (3060)
• Go one mile and turn left onto Quarry Road (3030).
Look for the blue water tower.
• Go about half a mile to a small drive on the left
side. The turn is typically marked with a dive flag.
Contact
Information:
For more information contact Mike & Kate Jones: 573-578-6271 or e-mail at: jonesquarry@hotmail.com
Lodging:
While there are numerous hotels in Rolla, we typically stay
at the Drury Inn or the Budget Deluxe Hotel.
Miscellaneous
information:
• Quail Run Quarry charges $10 per diver, per day if you are with an instructor. $12 per diver, per day with a buddy. You must present your certification card in order to be
permitted to dive.
• Portable toilet facilities and changing rooms are
located on-site.
• No air. Be sure and bring what you'll need.
• There are concessions on-site -- water, soda and snacks. BBQ hamburgers and hot dogs will be offered when requested in advance (call the day before you arrive).
• Families are welcome to come with divers. If you choose to swim and/or fish, there will be a $5 fee per person. If you fish, you MUST catch and release.
