

Best for beginner divers, 15-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Hearthstone Point is a popular shore-access dive site in Lake George, United States, featuring an artificial reef park. Divers can explore submerged structures including a plane fuselage, a car, and a boat. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths typically ranging between 15 and 18 metres, though the average depth is 25 metres. Divers should be prepared for cold water, which necessitates a 7mm wetsuit even during summer months. A significant thermocline exists between 15 and 30 feet, where temperatures drop by approximately 15 degrees. Visibility varies between 3 and 10 metres. Hazards include boat traffic, cold water, and low visibility. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, and showers.
43.45521, -73.69719
The plane wreck is located just offshore from Hearthstone Point State Park and can be reached by following a guideline once you dive beyond a couple stone-carved busts.
The site is located just offshore from Hearthstone Point State Park.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-18m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginner divers and is frequently used for training due to its easy shore entry.
The site features depths of 15 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Yes, Hearthstone Point is a shore-access dive site.
Yes, the site has a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water temperatures, low visibility, and a significant thermocline.
Diving at Hearthstone Point (Lake George) in Lakes requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Hearthstone Point (Lake George) in Lakes typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Hearthstone Point (Lake George) in Lakes typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.