

Best for beginner divers, 1-30m, shore entry.
Dam Site Bluffs on Beaver Lake features a shore-accessible wall and drop-off structure that descends from the shallows to a maximum depth of 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginner divers, as there is no current to manage. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 5 to 25 metres. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures and a distinct thermocline typically encountered around 9 metres, where temperatures drop to approximately 10°C. Surface boat traffic is a known hazard, so divers must remain vigilant during entry and exit. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, and showers to assist with post-dive comfort.
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Wear a drysuit or a thicker wetsuit than you think you need, as the thermocline can drop temperatures sharply well before you reach maximum depth. Facilities on site include parking, toilets, and showers, so you can rinse off and change comfortably after your dive.
Located near the Beaver Lake Dam, approximately 25 miles east of Rogers, AR and 10 miles from Eureka Springs, AR.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the lack of current makes this a comfortable location for newly certified divers to gain experience on deeper terrain.
The site features a wall and drop-off that runs from the shallows down to a maximum depth of 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a shore-accessible dive site.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic near the surface and be prepared for cold water temperatures and significant thermoclines at depth.
The site provides parking, toilets, and showers for diver use.
Diving at Beaver Lake - Dam Site Bluffs in Eureka Springs requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Beaver Lake - Dam Site Bluffs in Eureka Springs typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.