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1White Star Quarry
Air/Nitrox Fills and Scuba Rental available. Southeast of Toledo; near Gibsonburg.
BeginnerMax depth 44.3 ftShore entry
Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Ohio
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2Gilboa Quarry, Gilboa
Directions would be easiest from Findlay, OH. I-75 from North or South to exit 159 - US 224 West -- 15 miles West to a large grain elevator on the left with a large cement "steer/cow" just past it. Turn left and go to the stop sign/blinking light. (just before an abandon bridge) Turn right and it's about a mile down on the left. -- Mike
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3Natural Springs Resort
Fairly shallow throughout the quarry, but is more "alive" with plants and fish than any other quarries in the area. It contains the usual boats, cars, etc. The quarry is surrounded by a very nice campground complete with a snack bar, swimming pool and sandy beach area. There is plenty of parking and pavement all the way to the staging area for divers. Air is available on site. All of the park staff are friendly and helpful. With easy access off and on I-70 at exit 156b (Richmond, IN.), your access is via ALL paved roads (including into the park!) and yet far enough away from the freeway (2.5 miles) that you can enjoy the feelings of being in the great outdoors. Directions: East or Westbound, take Indiana exit 156B to Eastbound US 40. Travel 1.5 miles to flashing yellow light and turn left onto State Route 320. Travel 1 mile into village of New Paris, passing a Sunoco Gas Station on your left.. Look for our resort sign just after the Sunoco, on the left.
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4White Star Park
A nice family park with swim beach as well as good diving. Drive to details are great on the website: Near Sandusky, OH http://www.scpd-parks.org/whitestar.htm
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5Plum Run Diving, Peebles
Plum Run Diving, Peebles is a 4.03125-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in Ohio, USA East which is accessible from shore based on 32 ratings.
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6Portage Quarry Rec Center, Bowling Green
Portage Quarry Rec Center, Bowling Green is a 4.0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in Ohio, USA East which is accessible from shore based on 4 ratings.
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7Gilboa Quarry
Many sunken stuffs such as the Grumman airplane and Sikorsky helicopter. Gilboa Quarry is located about 15 miles west of Findlay on Old St. Rte. 224. Pick up St. Rt. 224 on I-75 in Findlay, Ohio.
BeginnerMax depth 44.9 ftShore entry
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8Twin Quarries, Circleville
Twin Quarries, Circleville is a 3.8333333333333335-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in Ohio, USA East which is accessible from shore based on 6 ratings.
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9Nelson Ledges
Nelson Ledges is a 2.5-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in Ohio, USA East which is accessible from shore based on 8 ratings.
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10Nelson Ledges Quarry State Park
Aquatic life includes: bass,bluegill, crappie, catfish, and freshwater jellyfish. Easy access from the beach. Set up gear on picnic benches and walk into the water.
BeginnerMax depth 29.9 ftShore entry
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11Portage Quarry
Portage Quarry has several dive features including an airplane, truck trailer, cars, school bus plus a storage silo which is the congration place for bass and bluegill. Several locations where you can park right at the water. On site camping, air fills, dive shop. 1 mile south of Bowling Green
BeginnerMax depth 39.4 ftShore entry
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12Circleville Twin Quarries
30 miles South of Columbus, Ohio on US RT 23 just North of Circleville
BeginnerMax depth 59.1 ftShore entry
Top dive shops in Ohio
All 15Columbus Scuba Inc.
Book5.0 (241) · Columbus
New Wave Snorkel and Scuba Center, LLC
Book5.0 (31) · Port Clinton
Scuba Unlimited
Book4.9 (47) · Cincinnati
Aqua Hut, Intl
Book4.8 (93) · Toledo
Ohio diving guide
Ready to check out the best sites in Ohio for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 12 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dive and snorkel sites in Ohio?
Based on Zentacle reviews, the top-rated sites in Ohio are White Star Quarry (4.6 from 11 reviews), Gilboa Quarry, Gilboa (4.6 from 13 reviews) and Natural Springs Resort (5.0 from 1 review).
Where is the best snorkeling for beginners in Ohio?
The top-rated beginner sites are White Star Quarry (4.6 from 11 reviews) and Gilboa Quarry (4.0 from 3 reviews).
Where can I shore dive in Ohio?
White Star Quarry, Gilboa Quarry, Gilboa, Natural Springs Resort and White Star Park are the top-rated sites you can enter from shore.
Are there dive shops in Ohio?
Zentacle lists 15 dive shops in Ohio. The top-rated are Columbus Scuba Inc. (5.0 from 241 reviews) and New Wave Snorkel and Scuba Center, LLC (5.0 from 31 reviews).