Little River
Why dive here
With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, seahorses, sea turtles and mantis shrimp - Little River offers some of Florida Springs's richest cave diving. Water ranges 16-31°C, warmest June, July, August.
Little River offers a relaxing drift dive through a spring-fed waterway. You'll typically find yourself gliding past submerged logs and limestone formations, with turtles and sunfish often making an appearance. It's a gentle dive, really suited for those looking for an easy, shallow experience or a refreshing alternative to ocean diving. Visibility can be excellent, though it varies with rainfall.
Typical Little River Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Overhead environment - never enter without proper cave/cavern training, redundant equipment, and a guideline.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Little River
Little River Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Little River, 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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