Quail Run Divers Quarry ~ Rolla, Missouri
Owned by: Mike & Kate Jones
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 potty, changing area
Max Depth: 35'
Visibility: 3'-15'
Water Temp: 70-80 F (summer)
Directions to Quail Run Quarry:
• 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 Jones at 573-368-8075 or Kate Jones at 573-578-6271 or
e-mail at: jonesquarry@hotmail.com. The Jones' appreciate a phone call the day before your arrival to ensure the gate is open.
Lodging:
While there are numerous hotels in Rolla, we typically stay at the Drury Inn or the Budget Deluxe Hotel.
Fees & Miscellaneous information:
• Quail Run Quarry charges $10 per student diver, per day if you are with an instructor. $15 per diver, per day with a buddy. Non diving guest with divers is $10.
• Portable toilet facility and a changing room is located on-site.
• No air. Be sure and bring what you'll need.
Rules:
- Sign a Liability Waiver Release required before entering. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ACCIDENTS.
- SCUBA certified and SCUBA students (with their instructors) only
- No solo-diving; Buddy-Up!
- Do not disturb fish beds or fish
- No fishing or spearfishing
- Keep fins and feet off the bottom
- No littering of trash or cigarette butts
- No swimming allowed; No lifeguards on duty