

Best for advanced divers, boat entry.
Francis Canyon (Mouth) is a freshwater dive site featuring underwater canyon walls and rocky crevices. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers should be prepared for challenging conditions, including low visibility that can drop to 3 metres and significant thermoclines. Water temperatures are cold, measuring approximately 3 to 4 degrees Celsius in early April, with marked temperature drops occurring below 12 metres. Due to the cold water, low visibility, and depth, this site is suited for advanced divers. Facilities available at the location include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Boat charters and guided tours are available to assist with site access.
36.80310, -107.53200
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Visibility
Up to 3m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the cold water, low visibility, and depth-related thermoclines.
Access to Francis Canyon (Mouth) requires a boat. Boat charters are available to facilitate entry to the site.
Yes, the site has a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water temperatures, low visibility, and significant thermoclines below 12 metres.
Visibility at Francis Canyon (Mouth) in Navajo Lake can reach up to 3 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.