How deep is Canyon Lake (Acacia)?

Canyon Lake (Acacia) has a depth range of 3–30.5 metres (10–100 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.

Can beginners dive Canyon Lake (Acacia)?

Canyon Lake (Acacia) is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. A Open Water (Advanced for riverbed depths) certification or equivalent is suggested. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Canyon Lake (Acacia)?

The best time to dive Canyon Lake (Acacia) is typically Fall through spring weekdays for best conditions and least traffic.. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Canyon Lake (Acacia)?

Divers at Canyon Lake (Acacia) in United States commonly report sightings of Largemouth bass, Yellow 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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Canyon Lake (Acacia)

Arizona, United States

Open Water suggested3–31 m depthBoth entry

Canyon Lake (Acacia) at a glance

Canyon Lake (Acacia) is a intermediate both dive site in Arizona, United States with depths of 3–30.5 m (10–100 ft). Typically most favorable Jul · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Largemouth bass, Yellow bass, and Walleye. Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Wind model · graded 4h ago

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Site hazards: Boat traffic near the ramp; rapid depth increase toward the old riverbed (100+ ft); low visibility; cold below the thermocline; submerged debris.

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Dive windows this week

Best: Fri

Sun6:00–20:00

Mon6:00–20:00

Tue6:00–20:00

Wed6:00–20:00

Thu6:00–20:00

Fri6:00–20:00

Sat—

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:06 · Sunrise 5:34 · Sunset 19:30

Source: Open-Meteo wind · graded 4h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.

What Divers Say

Known for: Largemouth bass, Yellow bass, Bluegill

Best time: Fall through spring weekdays for best conditions and least traffic.

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan81% 10 kn
Feb80% 10 kn
Mar84% 10 kn
Apr90% 10 kn
May89% 11 kn
Jun96% 10 kn
Jul96% 11 kn
Aug95% 10 kn
Sep87% 10 kn
Oct86% 10 kn
Nov91% 9 kn
Dec92% 9 kn

July 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.

Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

Largemouth bassCommonly seen
Yellow bassCommonly seen
WalleyeRarely seen
BluegillCommonly seen
Channel catfishOccasionally seen
CrayfishCommonly seen

Fills & rentals nearby

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Site details

A steep-walled Salt River reservoir on the Apache Trail east of Phoenix, dived primarily from the Acacia recreation site. A cove between the day-use area and boat ramp reaches about 60 feet, and following the old riverbed exceeds 100 feet; sunken attractions include a bus at ~50 ft, a van at 30-35 ft and a boat at ~80 ft. Visibility is generally poor, and boat traffic requires a flag and caution.

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Boat traffic near the ramp; rapid depth increase toward the old riverbed (100+ ft); low visibility; cold below the thermocline; submerged debris.

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