Lake Norman is actually the closest for me. But, I’m really starting to like Salisbury myself because of the temperature. One of my co-workers dives almost exclusively at Salisbury and I’ve started diving with him more frequently.
Salisbury has warmed up nicely this summer. In fact, the last time we dove there, my dive buddy wore a bathing suit and was comfortable. Plus, we usually hit Hap’s Grill for a cheeseburger afterwards which is an added bonus.
Having not been to JMR yet, I can’t compare all three. But, I will say that what there’s a lot more to see at Lake Norman than Salisbury. And, not currently having a lot of exposure protection, I have spent little time in the deep end of the quarry (other than diving the perimeter around the north end). So, I still have a lot more to see there.
Look forward to diving JMR for the first time. See you in the AM.