

Best for intermediate divers, 6-24m, shore entry.
Devil's Hole is a cavern and cave system located in the Central Florida Springs area. The site features depths ranging from 6 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Divers enter from the shore to explore an overhead environment where natural light diminishes as they progress into darker, confined passages. Visibility at the site varies between 10 and 30 metres. Due to the overhead structure, the site requires careful gear management to mitigate entanglement risks and precise buoyancy control. Divers should maintain constant awareness of their positioning and surroundings throughout the 40-minute average dive time.
29.62658, -81.95218
This is not a maintained area so do not expect facilities or help if you cannot get out.
Take S-20 from Gainesville towards Hawthorne. Look for route CR-21. Turn left onto Lake Galilee Dr, about 1.8 miles from the CR-21 intersection. Go about 150 yards and take one of the two sand roads to the left, and go to the sink.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
6-24m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
While an open water certification is the minimum requirement, the site involves overhead cavern and cave environments that exceed standard open-water training. Dedicated cavern certification is recommended before attempting deeper penetration.
The site ranges from 6 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Entry to the site is via the shore.
The main hazards include the overhead environment, potential for low visibility, and entanglement risks. Divers must manage their gear and positioning carefully.
Diving at Devil's Hole in Hawthorne requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Devil's Hole in Hawthorne typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.