Lake Scooba
Protected Area
Fort Pulaski National Monument
Why dive here
With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, seahorses, sea turtles and mantis shrimp - Lake Scooba offers some of Florida Springs's richest diving. Water ranges 16-31°C, warmest June, July, August.
Lake Scooba is one of those spots in the Florida Springs where you can really just unwind. It’s shallow, consistently around 10 meters, making it a comfortable dive for beginners or anyone looking for a relaxed day in the water. You’ll find yourself navigating through cypress knees and fallen logs, with sunlight dappling through the tannin-stained water. Keep an eye out for turtles perched on submerged branches and the occasional small bass darting between the roots. It's a peaceful dive, a nice break from busier springs, perfect for testing new gear or just enjoying the quiet.
Typical Lake Scooba Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Lake Scooba
Lake Scooba Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Lake Scooba, sourced from Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
78°F · Range: 19.7–27.7°C
Air Temperature
22°C
72°F
Current Speed
2 cm/s
Direction: S (180°)
Salinity
32.94 PSU
Wind Speed
4.3 m/s
8.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.6 hPa
Based on 1 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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