Dive-site story
Lake Phoenix, formerly known as Lake Rawlings, is a dedicated freshwater quarry dive park in central Virginia. Fed by natural springs, the clear waters feature granite rock ledges, submerged training platforms, and an array of intentional attractions ranging from school buses and sunken boats to a small plane fuselage.
Submerged attractions including a plane, school bus, van, and multiple boats
Purpose-built training platforms spaced at varied depth intervals
Extensive shore facilities with easy dock, ramp, and giant-stride entry points
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through early autumn provides warmer surface temperatures and full operational amenities.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth BassMicropterus salmoides | Common | ||||||||||||
| Channel CatfishIctalurus punctatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bluegill SunfishLepomis macrochirus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Koi CarpCyprinus carpio | Common |
Marine forecast
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