Bull Shoals Lake is a intermediate both dive site in Arkansas, United States with depths of 6.1–30.5 m (20–100 ft). Typically most favorable Aug · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Walleye. Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.
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Site hazards: Depth on the walls, submerged standing timber, boat traffic, thermoclines
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First light 5:44 · Sunrise 6:13 · Sunset 20:20
Source: Open-Meteo wind · graded 6h ago
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What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.
August hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.
Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.
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A White River reservoir on the Arkansas-Missouri line dubbed the 'Caribbean of the Midwest' for its clarity, with 15 mapped dive sites on the Arkansas side. Features include tall rock walls pocked with caverns, submerged oak and hickory forests, gravel points, and placed attractions such as the 'Bus Stop' wreck at 55 ft, the 'Key Hole' swim-through wall at 50 ft, sunken boats and farm machinery. Visibility is typically 15-40 ft and the lake never freezes, allowing year-round diving. Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock is the main dive hub with air fills and training.
Depth on the walls, submerged standing timber, boat traffic, thermoclines
Bull Shoals Lake has a depth range of 6.1–30.5 metres (20–100 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.
Bull Shoals Lake is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. A Open Water (Advanced for deeper wall sites) certification or equivalent is suggested. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.
The best time to dive Bull Shoals Lake is typically Year-round; winter and spring for best visibility. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.
Divers at Bull Shoals Lake in United States commonly report sightings of Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Walleye, Bluegill, and Channel catfish. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.
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