Best for beginner divers, 6-5m, shore entry.
Cliff Lake is an alpine freshwater site located in Grand Teton National Park at an elevation of 8,515 feet. This shallow dive ranges from 3 to 6 metres, providing a calm environment for beginners to practise buoyancy and observation skills. Divers access the water via a straightforward shore entry. Visibility is generally good, typically ranging between 10 and 30 metres. Due to the high elevation, water temperatures are cold. Early morning dives are recommended to take advantage of optimal light penetration and calm surface conditions. As amenities and facility availability can vary by season, visitors should check locally before arrival.
44.77860, -111.55740
From the parking lot go into the lake and head south until you reach the middle of the lake where it gets more shallow.
From the parking lot go into the lake. You can also dive right from the put in.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
6-5m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Best Time
Jul, Aug
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners due to its shallow depth, lack of current, and straightforward shore entry.
The site is shallow, with depths ranging from 3 to 6 metres.
Cliff Lake is a shore entry site.
Visibility at Cliff Lake typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres.
The best months to visit Cliff Lake in Cliff Lake are July and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
