Best for beginner divers, 10-53m, shore entry.
Alturas Lake is a freshwater shore-entry site featuring both natural reef and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 10 to 53 metres, with an average depth of 32 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 12 metres. The site is accessible year-round with no significant current. Due to water temperatures ranging from 3 to 18°C, dry suits are highly recommended. Divers should be aware of potential overhead environments created by the artificial structures and the risks associated with cold water. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
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Park at Picnic Area B and set up scuba diving gear in the parking lot. The water is about 100 yards from the parking lot.
Park at Picnic Area B. The water is about 100 yards from the parking lot.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-53m
Visibility
10-12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
Yes, the site is rated for beginner skill levels, though divers should be aware of the cold water and potential overhead environments.
Depths range from 10 to 53 metres, with an average depth of 32 metres.
Alturas Lake is a shore-entry dive site.
The main hazards are cold water temperatures and potential overhead environments, such as artificial structures or swim-throughs.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
Diving at Alturas Lake in Sawtooth City requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Alturas Lake in Sawtooth City typically ranges from 10 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
