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Perch Lake

Santa Rosa, New Mexico, United States
★ 3.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Shallow freshwater lake with a penetrable Cessna airplane wreck.

Shore Access
4m Avg Depth
5m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Perch Lake, offers a range of diving experiences. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 25 feet, providing opportunities for exploring the underwater landscape. The lake is home to various aquatic life, including small fish, large catfish, and occasionally turtles. Due to fishing activities permitted in the lake, divers should be aware of potential fishing line present. Two notable wrecks are located within the lake: a twin-engine Cessna that can be penetrated, and a Volkswagen Jetta which is not accessible.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

BluegillBassCrappieCatfishTurtlesJelly Fish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Very shallow depth (5m) and easy shore access is perfect for training and new divers.

Hazards:
Fishing lineAltitude
Current Strength:

Mild

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