

Best for intermediate divers, Up to 30m, shore & boat entry.
Dutch John Draw is a freshwater canyon site within Flaming Gorge Reservoir featuring rock walls and submerged debris. The site offers depths reaching 30 metres, though a thermocline exists at approximately 9 metres where temperatures drop significantly. Divers and snorkellers can explore the submerged structures and search for items left by boaters and paddleboarders. Access is available via both shore and boat entry. Conditions vary, with visibility typically ranging between 6 and 12 metres. Due to the depth, cold water, and potential for boat traffic and entanglement, this site is best suited for intermediate divers.
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Navigation is imperative here, so be sure you know where you are going and how to get back before heading out.
Shore access is easy from Sunny Cove by parking in the lot, setting up on the shore and swimming out. Camping access is available from Mustang Ridge camping area via a short walk down to the beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
6-12m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore & Boat
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
No, this site is recommended for intermediate divers due to the presence of cold water, deep sections, and potential hazards like entanglement and boat traffic.
The site reaches depths of up to 30 metres.
Yes, Dutch John Draw is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5.
Yes, entry to the water can be made from either the shore or by boat.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water, deep sections, entanglement risks, and low visibility, as well as a thermocline at 9 metres.
Diving at Dutch John Draw in Dutch John requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Dutch John Draw in Dutch John are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Dutch John Draw in Dutch John typically ranges from 6 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.