Best for beginner divers, 5-27m, shore entry, mild current.
Bottomless Lakes Park features a series of freshwater sinkholes located in the high desert of New Mexico. This shore-entry site offers depths ranging from 5 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The environment is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and accessible shallows for snorkellers. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 2 to 15 metres. Divers should remain mindful of depth and potential entanglement hazards caused by aquatic vegetation along the walls and bottom. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, equipment rental, and a cafe, providing convenient support for visitors.
33.31800, -104.32950
Visit between mid-June and September when spring water flow is highest to see the clearest water around the submerged springs.
There is a per-vehicle fee for day use. Camping is available on site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-27m
Visibility
2-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the manageable mild currents.
Depths range from 5 metres in the shallows to 27 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Yes, both diving and snorkelling are permitted, with snorkellers typically remaining in the upper zones.
Access to the sinkholes is via shore entry.
Divers should be aware of significant depths, variable visibility, and the risk of entanglement in aquatic vegetation.
Diving at Bottomless Lakes Park in Roswell requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Bottomless Lakes Park in Roswell. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
The best months to visit Bottomless Lakes Park in Roswell are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Bottomless Lakes Park in Roswell typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bottomless Lakes Park in Roswell typically ranges from 2 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
