Click here for map. This is a large body of water, with many potential dive sites. Altitude is 6,100 feet. The large size and rocky shoreline keep the silt down, so visibility is quite good. Spearfishing for bass is excellent.
Lake trout are harder to find, but are big and tasty.
Cruise the underwater rock formations, or look for lost treasures under cliffs where people jump into the water. You'll quickly discover why Flaming Gorge ranks near the top of Utah's dive locations. The two most popular sites at Flaming Gorge are the Visitor's Center and Mustang Ridge. Click for area map. At right is another popular site, the narrows near the Cart Creek bridge.