Lake Phoenix

Exceptionally clear freshwater quarry for training and recreational dives.

Shore Access
4m Avg Depth
6m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located at Lake Phoenix Scuba Park & Family Campground in Rawlings, Virginia. The quarry offers a unique diving experience due to its exceptionally clear water – renowned as the clearest in the mid-Atlantic region. This clarity provides an excellent habitat for various aquatic life, including bluegill, bass, turtles, and crawfish. Divers can explore this natural environment. Additionally, there's a wide field area providing opportunities for other recreational activities beyond diving. The location is ideal for those seeking a refreshing and scenic underwater adventure.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Excellent Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

quarry divefreshwaterbeginner friendlytraining divegood visibilityturtle

Marine Life

bluegillbassturtlecrawfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Very shallow maximum depth and easy shore access makes it ideal for novice divers.

Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

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