

Best for beginner divers, Up to 12m, shore entry, mild current.
Pine Lake Beach consists of three merged sinkholes featuring a sandy shoreline and freshwater conditions. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from the surface to 12 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and offers mild currents. Surface water temperatures during summer months can reach 26.5°C, with minimal thermal stratification. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and a cafe. Access is via a shore entry.
59.55150, -112.23150
Pine Lake becomes ice-free around the middle to the end of June.
Located 60 km south of Fort Smith, NT.
No known hazards
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
The site reaches depths of up to 12 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, Pine Lake Beach is a popular destination for snorkelling with a rating of 3/5.
Access to the water is via a shore entry.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of the presence of jellyfish.
The best months to visit Pine Lake Beach in Fort Smith are July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Pine Lake Beach in Fort Smith typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.