How deep is Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park)?

Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park) has a depth range of 0–27.4 metres (0–90 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.

Can beginners dive Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park)?

Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park) is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. A Open Water certification or equivalent is suggested. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park)?

The best time to dive Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park) is typically Mid-June to September for the clearest water around the springs.. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park)?

Divers at Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park) in United States commonly report sightings of Pecos pupfish, Sunfish, Crayfish, and Softshell turtle. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

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IntermediateShore entry

Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park)

New Mexico, United States

Open Water suggested0–27 m depthShore entry

Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park) at a glance

Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park) is a intermediate shore dive site in New Mexico, United States with depths of 0–27.4 m (0–90 ft). The best time to dive is typically Mid-June to September for the clearest water around the springs.. Divers commonly see Pecos pupfish, Sunfish, and Crayfish. Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 5h ago

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Site hazards: Mildly saline/brackish water affects buoyancy slightly; summer swim crowds at the beach; variable visibility outside the spring-cleared zone; moderate altitude (~3,500 ft).

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Dive windows this week

No dive windows in this week’s forecast — no stretch of daylight hours scored favorable or moderate for this site.

First light 11:38 · Sunrise 12:06 · Sunset 2:01

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Recent diver reports

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What Divers Say

Best time: Mid-June to September for the clearest water around the springs.

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Best months, historically

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Marine life seen at this site

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

Species seen here

Pecos pupfishOccasionally seen
SunfishOccasionally seen
CrayfishCommonly seen
Softshell turtleRarely seen

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Site details

Lea Lake is the largest and deepest of the eight gypsum sinkhole lakes at Bottomless Lakes State Park near Roswell, and the only one where scuba diving is permitted. It reaches about 90 feet deep with easy shore entry from the swim beach; submerged springs around 35-40 feet, known as 'Mecca', clear the water in summer when visibility can exceed 50 feet. The park hosts an annual divers' gathering (Bottomless Bubbles) over Labor Day weekend.

shore

Mildly saline/brackish water affects buoyancy slightly; summer swim crowds at the beach; variable visibility outside the spring-cleared zone; moderate altitude (~3,500 ft).

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