Lake Mead - Black Canyon Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

20.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Black Canyon in Lake Mead offers divers the chance to explore submerged hot springs, a unique underwater feature in the area.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving permits are required for certain areas within the recreation area.
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Bottom types:
rock sand gravel Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Bring a wide-angle lens for underwater landscapes and macro lens for fish close-ups.

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