288 Lake

Texas, United States

Depth

15m

Visibility

4m - 11m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

288 Lake

Texas, United States

Depth

15m

Visibility

4m - 11m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

About 288 Lake

This dive site once known as "The Reef" is one of the few scuba diving locations around Houston. It is located to the south of Houston, divers and non-divers pay $15 for entry and there are no tank refills so be sure to bring your own. It's located in a scenic area with grass banks. Fish life lacks, but visibility is said to be good for a man made dive location.

288 Lake Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Inland, Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

15m

Visibility Range

4m – 11m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21%

O₂

CNS Load (45 min)

11% at 13m / 36%

O₂

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Weather Conditions

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Dive Site Hazards

Thermocline Buoyancy Shift — Sharp thermoclines can cause sudden buoyancy changes.
Instant Visibility Collapse — Sediment disturbance can eliminate visibility immediately.
Late Detection of Structures — Submerged structures may only appear at very close range.

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