

Best for beginner divers, 2-7m, shore entry, mild current.
KP Hole is a freshwater spring run in Crystal River, Florida, offering a gentle drift experience suitable for beginners. The site features depths ranging from 2 to 7 metres, with an average of 3 metres. Divers and snorkellers enter from the shore, allowing the mild current to carry them downstream. Visibility is variable, ranging from 23 to 76 metres. The site includes facilities such as parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms. Due to the overhead environment and boat traffic near the entry point, constant vigilance is required. Species recorded around this area include longnose gar, large mouth bass, blue gill, redbreast sunfish, snails, redear sunfish, and livebearers.
29.08690, -82.42850
Enter from the shore and let the spring current do the work, drifting you naturally downstream at a pace comfortable for beginners. The site has parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms on site, so there is no need to pack light.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 7m
Visibility
23-76m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Species recorded around this area include longnose gar, large mouth bass, blue gill, redbreast sunfish, snails, redear sunfish, and livebearers.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depths and the mild current that provides an effortless drift.
The depth ranges from 2 to 7 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Yes, entry is from the shore, where you can begin your drift downstream.
Yes, both diving and snorkelling are permitted at KP Hole.
Hazards include boat traffic near the entry point, potential for variable visibility, and the overhead environment.
Diving at KP Hole in Dunnellon requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
KP Hole in Dunnellon typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at KP Hole in Dunnellon typically ranges from 23 metres to 76 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.