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Blue Water Lake

3.9 — based on 20 community signals
4.4 12 species 45 contributors

Blue Water Lake offers year-round diving in the United States with documented species observations and community footage.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Conditions

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Wind
4.1 kn
Wave
m
Water
—°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (21%)
Now: WSW (239°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0m
+0.0 m0 m+0.0 m
Now +0.0m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV6.5 · high Air PM2.512 · moderate 07:02 19:20
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 8.3 7 0mm
09-19 14.3 6 0mm
09-20 18.3 3 23mm
09-21 21.1 5 1mm
09-22 12 6 0mm
09-23 9.3 6 0mm
09-24 11.7 6 0mm

About this spot

Blue Water Lake is a dive destination in the United States open to exploration throughout the year. The site has generated interest from the diving community, with 12 documented species observations recorded at the location. Three community videos are available, providing visual references for divers planning a visit. The lake sits outside a marine protected area, which may affect access and regulations depending on local policies. Specific details on depth, visibility, water temperature, and difficulty ratings are not currently documented. Divers planning a trip should contact local dive operators or management for current conditions and any seasonal considerations. With multiple species observations on file, Blue Water Lake supports a range of marine life worth exploring. The availability of community videos suggests the site has attracted enough divers to generate useful reference material. This makes it a reasonable choice for divers seeking a local freshwater or mixed-water option.

📖 Guide: Diving in the United States: 87 Sites From Springs to Open Ocean

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 120V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 7119km · ~1637kg · €29

FAQ

Can I dive at Blue Water Lake year-round?

Yes, Blue Water Lake is diveable year-round. Local conditions may vary seasonally, so check with on-site resources or local operators for current weather and water conditions before each visit.

What is the depth and difficulty level?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for Blue Water Lake are not currently documented. Contact local dive operators or management for details on recommended experience levels and typical bottom depths.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Blue Water Lake. Consult community videos and local guides to identify what species are commonly spotted and their seasonal patterns.

Is there a permit required or access restriction?

Blue Water Lake is not located within a marine protected area. Local regulations may still apply, so verify current access rules and any permit requirements with site management or local authorities before diving.

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Verified marine species observations

19 records · 12 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Procambarus gracilis

Malacostraca · Cambaridae
GBIF
Last seen:
9 Mar 2026
×3records

Potamilus alatus

Bivalvia · Unionidae
GBIF
Last seen:
28 Feb 2026
×1records

Faxonius virilis

Malacostraca · Cambaridae
GBIF
Last seen:
19 Feb 2026
×1records

Tritogonia verrucosa

Bivalvia · Unionidae
GBIF
Last seen:
7 Feb 2026
×2records

Pustulosa Frierson, 1927

Bivalvia · Unionidae
GBIF
Last seen:
7 Feb 2026
×2records

Bivalvia

Bivalvia
OBIS
Last seen:
24 Mar 1991
×1records

Caenogastropoda

Gastropoda
OBIS
Last seen:
24 Mar 1991
×1records

Ferrissia

Gastropoda · Planorbidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 1984
×1records

Gastropoda

Gastropoda
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jul 1984
×1records

Pisidium

Bivalvia · Sphaeriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Oct 1983
×1records

Caecidotea simulator

Malacostraca · Asellidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Jun 1964
×2records

Hydrobiidae

Gastropoda · Hydrobiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Mar 1961
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Maritime Mysteries of the Flathead - Let's Discover Some Deep Sea Diving Mysteries!

Daily Inter Lake
💬 3 top comments
  • Can't wait to watch this. Always wondered what was down there. Born in Polson and come back almost every summer.

    @roberttempler4555 · 👍 5
  • Love it ! I have a show where Judge Haynes said he saw the Flathead lake Monster ! I heard Jacques Cousteau dove the lake and said ‘if u knew what was in there - your would not put a toe in the lake ‘

    @maysimmons59860 · 👍 1
  • So you don’t want anyone diving in your lake so you claim you’ll loose historic sites? If you want to keep boats then spring them top side. No one cares about some stupid boats for logging. No one cares about that history. You won’t and can’t stop people from diving in a lake. What gives you the right to just tell someone no. What a pos

    @Krakenmarefreediving1 · 👍 0

I Cliff Jumped Into the Bluest Water in America

Dylan Crowley Vlogs
💬 3 top comments
  • The dude who caught the glasses def a ripper 🔥

    @jacksonmartin9201 · 👍 21
  • Actually crazy that he caught those glasses

    @KilohanaWailehua · 👍 14
  • Best water clutch I ever seen in my life

    @JrroppyMC · 👍 0

Blue Lake Utah Scuba Diving: Arriving at the platform

Stephen Carlson
wind peaks Apr-Mar-Dec, calmest Jun-Aug-Sep, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
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p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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