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Lake Scooba

Welcome to Lake Scooba, a stunning man-made lake nestled just 20 minutes away from the Scooba Shack. With its captivating clay and sand bottom, this aquatic marvel offers divers a unique and immersive experience. The lake's visibility and temperature fluctuate depending on the weather and season, providing divers with an ever-changing underwater landscape to explore.

Descend into the depths of Lake Scooba, where the maximum depth typically reaches around 35 ft. Prepare to be amazed as you delve into the crystal-clear waters, with a visibility of approximately 2m. This optimal visibility ensures that divers can fully appreciate the lake's natural beauty and captivating aquatic life.

One of the notable characteristics of Lake Scooba is its pH level, which hovers just slightly below 7. This slightly acidic environment limits the growth of aquatic flora, resulting in a unique underwater ecosystem. While you explore, keep an eye out for the diverse array of inhabitants. Encounter various bass and bream, while occasionally catching a glimpse of graceful turtles gliding through the water. Moreover, keep your gaze towards the sky, as majestic fish-eating birds, including bald eagles and ospreys, soar above the lake's surface.

Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or even an expert, Lake Scooba caters to divers of all skill levels. Its accessibility and diverse underwater landscape make it an ideal destination for those seeking an unforgettable diving experience.

Situated in the picturesque Effingham County, Georgia, Lake Scooba offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Immerse yourself in the wonders of this captivating dive site, located at Harvey Road, Effingham County, Georgia, 31302, United States.

Embark on your next diving adventure at Lake Scooba and prepare to be enthralled by its magnificent beauty and captivating underwater wonders. Whether you're a seasoned diver or new to the sport, this hidden gem is waiting to be explored.

Diving Conditions Score for Lake Scooba

5.3
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Lake Scooba

Depth

9m

Visibility

2m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Lake Scooba

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

19.5 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

15.9km

Cloud Cover

7%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

31.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lake Scooba
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Dive Score Chart for Lake Scooba

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.263333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 4.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 6.573333333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Lake Scooba: 06:00
Sunset at Lake Scooba: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Lake Scooba are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
11:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 4.4 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 6.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Lake Scooba
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lake Scooba

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Lake Scooba

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Lake Scooba

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Lake Scooba

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.2°C / 73.8°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Lake Scooba

Lake Scooba shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.2°C) and December the coldest (19.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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