Carnelian Bay, Tahoe Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

20Max dive depth

20.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

NoneCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

15.0–22.0 °CWater (summer)

2.0–8.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Carnelian Bay is a popular dive site located on the north shore of Lake Tahoe, known for its clear waters and diverse aquatic life. The site features rocky shorelines and underwater structures that attract various fish species.

Divers can explore the underwater landscape, which includes boulders, submerged trees, and potential encounters with local fish. The dive typically involves a shore entry, with opportunities for both shallow and deeper exploration.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: None Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 15.0–22.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 2.0–8.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock gravel sand Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Bring a wide-angle lens for underwater landscapes and macro lens for close-up shots of aquatic life.

Location

Underwater Moments at Carnelian Bay, Tahoe

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