

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Briar Point Campground offers a shore-entry snorkeling site located within the designated swimming area of Stonewall Jackson Lake. The site features a shallow transition from a sandy beach to a silty lake bottom, with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres and an average depth of 3 metres. Conditions are generally mild, making this location suitable for beginners. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, and showers. Snorkelers can expect a typical session duration of approximately 45 minutes. The site is rated 2 out of 5 for snorkeling activities.
38.94420, -80.49750
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths and mild conditions.
The water depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore-entry site located at the designated swimming area.
Yes, the site is designated for snorkeling, though it carries a rating of 2 out of 5.
Briar Point Campground in Stonewall Jackson Lake typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.