

Best for advanced divers, 21-14m, shore entry, mild current.
Buford Sink is a freshwater cave and cavern site located in Crystal River, United States. Access requires a 400-metre walk from the parking area to the spring, where a small platform serves as the entry point. The site is suited for advanced divers and experienced free divers, featuring depths ranging from 14 to 21 metres. Divers should be prepared for an overhead environment and variable visibility between 5 and 30 metres. Currents are generally mild, though the site presents hazards including significant depth and low visibility. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes. Due to the technical nature of the cave system, this site is recommended for experienced divers only.
28.63331, -82.58438
Bring singles for the envelope drop-box payment system as no change is provided.
Located in Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area. Access via unpaved roads. Check in at the ranger station before diving. Use US Highway 19 to reach the correct entrance, avoiding the Hernando Sportsman's Club gate.
Recorded at this site
Depth
21-14m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
16-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers and experienced free divers due to the overhead environment and depth.
The site features depths ranging from 14 to 21 metres.
It is a shore-accessed site, requiring a 400-metre walk from the parking area to the spring.
While the site is popular with experienced free divers, it is primarily a cave and cavern dive site with significant depth and overhead hazards.
Water temperatures vary throughout the year, ranging from 16C in January to 30C in July and August.
Diving at Buford Sink in Brooksville requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Cavern. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Buford Sink in Brooksville. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 30°C.