

Best for beginner divers, 5-20m, boat entry, mild current.
King's Spring is a cave dive site located in the freshwater spring system of Crystal River. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres, though conditions can shift. Access is by boat only, requiring careful attention to surface boat traffic. The water temperature remains a constant 22 degrees Celsius year-round. Species recorded around this area include West Indian manatee, Atlantic tarpon, drum, croaker, whiptail stingray, Atlantic spadefish, toadfish, snake eel, honeycomb cowfish, spotfin burrfish, bream, needlefish, crab, slippery dick, and lizardfish. Air fills and a dive shop are available.
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Keep a close eye on visibility before descending, as it can drop with little warning and the cave feature demands you stay within your training limits. Boat traffic in the area is a real consideration, so always surface with a marker buoy and confirm your exit plan with the skipper before entering the water.
Accessible only by water via kayak, paddleboard, or private boat. There is no land entrance.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include West Indian manatee, Atlantic tarpon, drum, croaker, whiptail stingray, Atlantic spadefish, toadfish, snake eel, honeycomb cowfish, spotfin burrfish, bream, needlefish, crab, slippery dick, and lizardfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, though the cave feature requires that you stay within your training limits.
The depth ranges from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Access to King's Spring is by boat only. Always surface with a marker buoy and confirm your exit plan with the skipper.
The water temperature is a constant 22 degrees Celsius. Visibility is typically 5 to 10 metres but can change with little warning, and divers may encounter mild currents and potential surge.
Diving at King's Spring in Crystal River requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at King's Spring in Crystal River. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit King's Spring in Crystal River are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.