

Best for intermediate divers, 2-27m, shore entry, mild current.
Iso-Melkutin is a freshwater lake site in the Helsinki and Southern Coast region of Finland. The site features a varied topography including reef structures and kelp forests, with depths ranging from 2 to 27 metres. Divers typically experience 40-minute dives with visibility between 4 and 15 metres. The site is accessible via a shore entry and is suitable for intermediate divers. Conditions include mild currents and common thermoclines. Summer water temperatures range from 15.0 to 20.0 °C, while winter temperatures drop to between -2.0 and 4.0 °C. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, first aid, and gear storage.
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The site has a boom gate at the start of Melkuttimentie; you must request an access code via the online form before arrival.
Drive to the end of Melkuttimentie in Räyskälä, Loppi. Access requires an entry code for the boom gate, which must be requested in advance via the RiUSuk website form.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 27m
Visibility
4-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
No, the site is classified for intermediate divers.
The site offers depths ranging from 2 to 27 metres.
Iso-Melkutin is accessed via a shore entry.
Summer temperatures range from 15.0 to 20.0 °C, while winter temperatures range from -2.0 to 4.0 °C.
Divers should be aware of potential entanglement hazards.
Diving at Iso-Melkutin in Loppi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Iso-Melkutin in Loppi. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.