Water Depth
Depth is not verified for the exact landing line. Quarry shelves, debris, water level, and visibility can vary, so any depth assessment has to happen from water level under current conditions.
HIGH JUMP / DEPTH CHECK NEEDED*
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Dorset Quarry is a quarry cliff near Dorset, VT, United States. Verify access, posted rules, water depth, hazards, and exit conditions before treating it as jumpable.
the 50-foot height reference matters less than current access, landing-zone depth, water conditions, and a dependable exit route.
Overview
Jumping at Dorset Quarry: At a Glance
Dorset Quarry is a quarry-style cliff-diving lead near Dorset, VT, United States. Quarry walls can look simple from above, but cold water, abrupt shelves, private or managed access, and hidden ledges make current site rules and water checks essential.
Quick Answer
Dorset Quarry is a quarry cliff near Dorset, VT, United States. Verify access, posted rules, water depth, hazards, and exit conditions before treating it as jumpable.
Key Takeaway
the 50-foot height reference matters less than current access, landing-zone depth, water conditions, and a dependable exit route.
Quick Answer
Dorset Quarry is a quarry cliff near Dorset, VT, United States. Verify access, posted rules, water depth, hazards, and exit conditions before treating it as jumpable.
Key Takeaway
the 50-foot height reference matters less than current access, landing-zone depth, water conditions, and a dependable exit route.
Conditions and planning notes
Important Info for Cliff Diving at Dorset Quarry
Access
Confirm public access, land manager rules, posted signs, parking, and any seasonal restrictions before visiting Dorset Quarry. Do not assume informal routes are open or permitted.
Approach
Use only posted public or managed entry points. Avoid rim shortcuts, private roads, unstable edges, and any ledge where the operator or land manager restricts jumping.
Hazards
Cold quarry water, slick rock, abrupt shelves, hidden debris, restricted access, crowding, and difficult exits.
Ledge Notes
Little Squirrely is the local ledge label attached to this spot. Treat it as a caution flag: inspect footing, water depth, landing clearance, and the exit before making any decision. is the local ledge label attached to this spot. Treat it as a caution flag: inspect footing, water depth, landing clearance, and the exit before making any decision.
Safety Notes
Cold water, slick stone, abrupt shelves, hidden debris, crowding, restricted access, and difficult exits are the main quarry hazards. Do not assume a familiar quarry is open or safe.
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Dorset Quarry
Dorset, United States
43.25197, -73.09766
50 ftWater pending
Quick Facts
RegionUSA
LocationDorset area
Nearest AddressSee map
Coordinates43.25197, -73.09766
DirectionsGoogle Maps
Jump TypeJump spot
Water TypeWater
Jump Height50 ft
Water DepthVerify onsite
Ledge ApproachVerify onsite
Best SeasonVaries seasonally
Look Before You Jump
Check current rules and open dates
Verify water depth from the water, not the ledge
Confirm exits and swimming routes
Inspect water clarity and submerged hazards
Read posted signs and respect closures
What to know about Cliff jumping at Dorset Quarry.
Dorset Quarry sits around Dorset, VT, United States, putting this quarry-water spot in the orbit of Dorset and the broader VT area of United States. Use the saved coordinates and current map view as a starting point, then confirm the exact approach locally because cliff-jumping access can change around parks, private land, roads, shorelines, and water-management areas.
The best-season note is memorial day through columbus, but that should still be checked against recent weather and water levels. Conditions are not static: rain, snowmelt, drought, changing water levels, current, and weekend crowding can all change what looks like the same jump from one visit to the next. Treat saved route notes as background, not as a present-day clearance to jump.
The main assumed risks include cold deep water, abrupt walls, poor exits, submerged debris, and uncertain ownership or enforcement. Access should be treated as conditional until signs, land ownership, permits, and local rules are confirmed. Before anyone climbs to a ledge, inspect the landing zone from the water, identify the exit, look for submerged rocks or debris, and be willing to walk away if the depth, footing, legality, or rescue options are uncertain.
FAQs
Common questions about Cliff Diving at Dorset Quarry.
Is Dorset Quarry a confirmed cliff-diving spot?+
Dorset Quarry is best treated as a planning lead near Dorset, VT, United States. Confirm current access, posted rules, water depth, hazards, and exit conditions before considering any jump.
How high is the jump at Dorset Quarry?+
The current planning data carries a 50-foot height reference. Treat that as unverified until the exact takeoff and landing zone are checked under current conditions.
How deep is the water at Dorset Quarry?+
Depth is not verified for the exact landing line. Quarry shelves, debris, water level, and visibility can vary, so any depth assessment has to happen from water level under current conditions.
What are the main hazards at Dorset Quarry?+
Cold quarry water, slick rock, abrupt shelves, hidden debris, restricted access, crowding, and difficult exits.
What should I verify before visiting Dorset Quarry?+
Check public access, posted signs, parking, land manager rules, weather, water level, landing-zone clearance, submerged hazards, and the exit route. If any of those are unclear, do not treat the spot as jumpable.
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Quick Facts
RegionUSA
LocationDorset area
Nearest AddressSee map
Coordinates43.25197, -73.09766
DirectionsGoogle Maps
Jump TypeJump spot
Water TypeWater
Jump Height50 ft
Water DepthVerify onsite
Ledge ApproachVerify onsite
Best SeasonVaries seasonally
Look Before You Jump
Check current rules and open dates
Verify water depth from the water, not the ledge
Confirm exits and swimming routes
Inspect water clarity and submerged hazards
Read posted signs and respect closures