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1Vista Point
East side of Lake Pleasant. Vista Point is located at the end of a very old boat ramp.
BeginnerMax depth 32.8 ftShore entry
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2Acacia picnic site
It's the closest 'open water' site from the East Phoenix area, solely used for dive training and as a picnic area. The lake is stocked with fish, but don't expect to see them. It's a man-made rock lake with a sandy beach, and the swimming / dive area has buoys to keep boats and jet skis out. Water temp is usually 50-60F. From the Phoenix area to Canyon Lake: Take Highway 60 (Superstition Freeway) to Apache Junction. Exit at Idaho Road and turn North to Highway 88 (Apache Trail). Travel 14 miles Northeast on Apache Trail, on the left between the first and second bridges. There's a large sign for the picnic area, with a short walk from parking down to the beach.
BeginnerMax depth 20 ftShore entry
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3Desert Tortoise Road
West Side of Lake Pleasant. This is located where the road meets the lake.
BeginnerMax depth 32.8 ftShore or Boat entry
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4Scorpion Bay & Dirty Shirt
West side; a new marina is being built on this site... Argh!
BeginnerMax depth 49.2 ftShore entry
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5Beismeyer Point
Depth and vis changes during the year. In the early spring you can get to 90+ feet with 30+ foot vis. During the summer and fall you will have 40-60 foot depths and vis will be between arm's length to the other side of your mask. Great spot for classes. Very easy access to water. We set xmas trees at 60' in January to form a reef of sorts. Popular spawning ground for Bass Enter the park on S. Park Rd, go past Desert Tortoise Rd about 1/2 mile is a hidden left onto Sunrise Rd. Follow it to a T intersection. Go left. The road runs into the lake at Beismeyer Point.
BeginnerMax depth 60 ftShore entry
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All 6Salt & Sea Scuba
Book4.9 (49) · Phoenix
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Book4.8 (76) · Mesa
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Book4.8 (63) · Mesa
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Maricopa County diving guide
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best snorkeling for beginners in Maricopa County?
The top-rated beginner sites are Vista Point (4.0 from 4 reviews) and Acacia picnic site (4.0 from 1 review).
Where can I shore dive in Maricopa County?
Vista Point and Acacia picnic site are the top-rated sites you can enter from shore.
Are there dive shops in Maricopa County?
Zentacle lists 6 dive shops in Maricopa County. The top-rated are Salt & Sea Scuba (4.9 from 49 reviews) and The Scuba Shop (4.8 from 76 reviews).