As a result of the state’s active geologic history, Utah offers an abundance of geothermal springs- perfect for you and your diving buddies. Warm springs with large, deep pools make attractive sites for cold-weather diving in Utah.
Bonneville Seabase in northwestern Tooele Valley, is the closest thing to warm ocean water in the Intermountain you will get here. These bays are packed with tropical fish including puffers, clownfish, angelfish, pompano, sting rays and bamboo and nurse sharks. Bonneville Seabase offers lots of diving amenities with the aim of training and certifying divers.
Blue Lake, located near the Utah/Nevada border is the largest geothermal pool in the state with the wetlands providing home to many native fish and birds. Despite its desert climate, Utah offers numerous sites where you can don your scuba gear for a diving adventure.
The best time to go diving in Utah for water clarity is late fall and early spring.
Utah is a landlocked state in the United States that borders Idaho in the north, Colorado in the east, Arizona in the south and Nevada in the west. The major airport into Utah in Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) which is located around 3hr north of Utah.
Utah is a big state which means lots of open space and well maintained interstate highways and great public transportation. The best way to get around Utah is to rent a car, though there are private shuttle and tour options available.