Big Horn National Recreation Area

Montana, United States

Depth

Visibility

4m - 12m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

Big Horn National Recreation Area

Montana, United States

Depth

Visibility

4m - 12m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

About Big Horn National Recreation Area

This dive site, Big Horn National Recreation Area, can be found about 90 miles south of Billings. It is a fine diving site that was created when a hydroelectric dam was built on the Big Horn River. It boasts steep canyon walls that carry on past the water level. This allows for fascinating topography. There are fish present but they can be rather shy. This includes ling, small mouth bass, carp and walleye. The reservoir is about 50 miles long with its southern end in Wyoming. It is a very popular site for water sports and fishing. The canyon also boasts small coves, allowing one to have some privacy from water skiers.

Big Horn National Recreation Area Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Inland, Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

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Visibility Range

4m – 12m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas Mix

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CNS Load (30 min)

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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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