

Best for intermediate divers, 5-27m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Cart Creek Bridge is a freshwater wall site located in Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Divers and snorkellers can explore the vertical wall structure, which sits approximately 100 metres from the shore. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 6 and 12 metres. The water experiences significant temperature stratification, with a thermocline typically forming between 9 and 21 metres. Access is available via both shore and boat. Due to the depth and potential for cold water, decompression, and entanglement, this site is suited for intermediate-level divers.
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Save your energy for getting back up the hill to your car and warm up before heading up to avoid sliding on loose rocks.
Parking is available on the north west side of the bridge. The pathway starts easy but becomes steep and rocky. Shore diving requires bouldering in gear or carrying gear down in phases.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-27m
Visibility
6-12m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore & Boat
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life at this site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate-level divers due to the depth and environmental hazards.
The site ranges from 5 to 27 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, Cart Creek Bridge is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Both shore and boat access are available for this site.
Hazards include boat traffic, cold water, low visibility, entanglement, and risks associated with deep diving such as decompression and nitrogen narcosis.
Diving at Cart Creek Bridge in Flaming Gorge Reservoir requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Cart Creek Bridge in Flaming Gorge Reservoir typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cart Creek Bridge in Flaming Gorge Reservoir typically ranges from 6 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.