This dive site, known as The Spires, offers a truly unique fresh water diving experience within Yellowstone Lake. Located east of Bikini Beach, it is renowned for its extraordinary geological features rather than marine life. Divers navigate around impressive siliceous hydrothermal spires, explore active thermal vents, and may even encounter archeological artifacts resting on the lakebed. Before undertaking this dive, it is mandatory to check in with the back country office and submit an appropriate dive plan, highlighting the site's unique and managed environment.
Wildlife sightings at The Spires are minimal. The description explicitly states that there isn't much wildlife to see. Therefore, divers should not anticipate encountering diverse fish species, corals, or other typical aquatic fauna and flora found in many other dive destinations.
While there is no specific 'best time to visit' mentioned beyond the general diving season for cold water lakes, the primary highlight remains the distinctive underwater landscape. Divers and freedivers should focus on appreciating the geological marvels, including the spires and thermal vents. Tips for divers include being prepared for cold water conditions, adhering to the required dive plan procedures, and respecting the fragile nature of both the geological and potential archeological features.
