Beltzville Lake, Carbon County, PA
Beltzville State Park was created in 1972 after the creation of the Beltzville Dam. The town of Big Creek Valley was vacated to make way for the reservoir that came after. With a max depth of 125 feet, the lake offers ample depth for dives.
Beltzville State Park was created in 1972 after the creation of the Beltzville Dam. The town of Big Creek Valley was vacated to make way for the reservoir that came after. With a max depth of 125 feet, the lake offers ample depth for dives.
Beltzville State Park was created in 1972 after the creation of the Beltzville Dam. The town of Big Creek Valley was vacated to make way for the reservoir that came after. With a max depth of 125 feet, the lake offers ample depth for dives.
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Approximate depth: 70’-120’ (reservoir bottom)
Approximate vis: Unknown
Approximate water Temp: Unknown
Current: none
Hazards: boats, tree fall near shoreline, fishing line
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Unknown
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Beltzville State Park Beach parking lot
2950 Pohopoco Dr, Lehighton, PA 18235 -
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2-tank dive
Check out dive in swimming area
Dive 1: 60’-90’
Dive 2: 60’-40’
More dives optional. Plan accordingly
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DEP organizes excursions for certified, autonomous divers. We do not provide equipment lists. We only provide recommendations for equipment that complements standard diving equipment.
DSMB required
Surface whistle required
Light
DPV
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Beltzville State Park Office
Office located at entrance to park (2 minute drive, 13 minute walk)
610-377-0045Towamensing Township Volunteer Fire Co.
105 Firehouse Rd, Palmerton, PA 18071 (11 minute drive)
610-681-4000Lehigh Valley Hospital–Carbon
2128 Blakeslee Blvd Dr E, Lehighton, PA 18235 (16 minute drive)
484-224-9999 -
Drysuit practice
DPV
May be clear enough for photography
Fish identification
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Collect seasonal diving date
Water temp at 15, 30, 60 feet
Approximate water vis at 15, 30, 60 feet in open water
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