Best for beginner divers, 6-71m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Lake Elmer Thomas is a freshwater dive site in the United States offering a wide depth range from 6 to 71 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres. Suitable for beginners, the site features mild currents and visibility typically ranging between 5 and 10 metres. Divers can access the water via shore or boat. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a cafe. Due to the significant maximum depth, entanglement risks from submerged structures, and variable visibility, divers should monitor their depth and surroundings closely. A torch is recommended to assist with navigation and observation in darker areas of the lake.
34.72547, -98.52023
Shore and boat entry are both available, and the site has parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a cafe on site, making it a comfortable day trip. Visibility can vary, so bring a torch even for daytime dives to help spot bottom-dwelling species like catfish and crawdads in darker water.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
6-71m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Current
Mild
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should remain aware of the significant maximum depth and potential for low visibility.
The site ranges from 6 to 71 metres in depth, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Both shore and boat entries are available at this site.
Hazards include the significant maximum depth, potential for entanglement in submerged structures, and low visibility.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and an on-site cafe.
Diving at Lake Elmer Thomas in Lake Elmer Thomas requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Lake Elmer Thomas in Lake Elmer Thomas typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Lake Elmer Thomas in Lake Elmer Thomas typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
