

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Juniper Springs is a freshwater spring in Florida offering a shallow, controlled environment for divers. The site features depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres, with an average of 3 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers can expect visibility between 20 and 30 metres and a mild current. Entry is via the shore. The water temperature remains a constant 22°C throughout the year. Divers should be mindful of potential entanglement risks from submerged vegetation and structures; keeping equipment streamlined and close to the body is recommended. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms to assist with pre- and post-dive preparations.
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The site has parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms on site, so you can arrive light and rinse off comfortably after your dive. Keep all dangling kit tucked in before you enter, as loose equipment near submerged vegetation or structure is where the entanglement risk becomes real.
Located on SR 40, 30 minutes from Ocala. Reservations may be made by phone or online.
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Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Yes, the shallow depths and mild current make this an appropriate site for newly certified divers to build confidence.
The depth at this site ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Entry to the water is directly from the shore.
The main hazard is the risk of entanglement with submerged vegetation or structures, so divers should ensure all equipment is streamlined.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms for visitor use.
Diving at Juniper Springs in Silver Springs requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Juniper Springs in Silver Springs typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Juniper Springs in Silver Springs typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.