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Round Valley Reservoir

Lebanon, New Jersey, United States

New Jersey's deepest reservoir and a longstanding training destination, retained with a prominent notice that scuba diving and snorkeling are closed for the entire 2026 season.

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WaterFreshwater
AccessScuba diving and snorkeling are closed for the entire 2026 season. Retained as a temporarily closed destination. Do not enter for scuba until NJDEP posts reopening terms; when open, check in, obtain any required permit and follow buddy, flag and safety-equipment rules.
ExperienceCertified buddy divers under the park's reopening rules; deep water, cold layers and limited access require conservative planning
Maximum depthReservoir reaches approximately 180 ft / 55 m; recreational scuba is limited to designated access and planned depths
Best seasonClosed for the 2026 scuba season; future reopening terms must be checked directly with NJDEP.
VisibilityOften clearer than many regional freshwater sites but variable with season, weather and activity.

Aquatic life at this dive site

What divers may encounter

Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.

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Aquatic life research in progress

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Aquatic life research in progress

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Aquatic life research in progress

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Photographs

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Dive videos

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Published reference location

Location map

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Published reference coordinates40.61952, -74.84918
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Recent field observations

Diver-reported temperatures

Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.
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A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.

Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.

Diver field observation

Report temperatures

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Depth readings

Why divers know this place

Highlights

Freshwater training history, deep reservoir environment and designated scuba access when officially open.

Before you arrive

Access notes

Scuba diving and snorkeling are closed for the entire 2026 season. Retained as a temporarily closed destination. Do not enter for scuba until NJDEP posts reopening terms; when open, check in, obtain any required permit and follow buddy, flag and safety-equipment rules.

Plan within your training

Conditions and hazards

2026 closure, deep cold water, thermoclines, low visibility, boat traffic, steep drop-offs, separation and restricted dam/intake areas.

At the site

Facilities and support

State recreation-area facilities; scuba access and services are unavailable while the activity is closed.

Independent resource notice

This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.