Sheridan Lake is a both dive site in South Dakota, United States with depths of 3–12.2 m (10–40 ft). Typically most favorable Aug · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Largemouth bass, Yellow perch, and Northern pike. Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.
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Site hazards: Altitude (~1,400 m), summer boat traffic, variable visibility, snags and timber
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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 nearly 400-acre US Forest Service reservoir on Spring Creek in the Black Hills, about 15 miles southwest of Rapid City. The 1870s gold-mining town of Sheridan was inundated when the lake filled in 1942, and divers explore the submerged townsite remnants in roughly 20 ft of water; maximum lake depth is about 40 ft. It is a quieter alternative to nearby Pactola, with marina, beaches and campgrounds on shore.
Altitude (~1,400 m), summer boat traffic, variable visibility, snags and timber
Sheridan Lake has a depth range of 3–12.2 metres (10–40 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.
The best time to dive Sheridan Lake is typically July through September. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.
Divers at Sheridan Lake in United States commonly report sightings of Largemouth bass, Yellow perch, Northern pike, and Rainbow trout. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.
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