Best for beginner divers, 1-14m, shore entry.
Crusty's is an artificial reef located in the United States, offering a shore-entry dive suitable for beginners. The site reaches a maximum depth of 14 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 3 and 9 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly, ranging from 2°C in winter to 25°C in summer. The site features no current, allowing for a relaxed pace. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, and equipment rental. Divers should remain aware of jellyfish, which may be present when entering from the shore.
41.10433, -80.14612
Freshwater jellyfish are usually spotted in the early fall as water temperatures cool off.
Located at 414 Hilmar Road, Volant, PA 16156, 3 miles from the Grove City Premium Outlets. Features easy access docks with steps to a shallow platform or giant stride entry.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 14m
Visibility
3-9m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it is a shore-entry dive with no current, making it a good choice for building confidence.
The site has a maximum depth of 14 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Crusty's is a shore-entry dive site.
Jellyfish may be present, so divers should exercise caution and remain aware of their surroundings when entering the water from the shore.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, and equipment rental.
Diving at Crusty's in Volant, PA requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Crusty's in Volant, PA. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
The best months to visit Crusty's in Volant, PA are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Crusty's in Volant, PA typically ranges from 3 metres to 9 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
