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Bill Evans Lake
Shallow New Mexico lake dive with bass and trout.
Public wildlife-area lake with bank access, murky water, and shallow training zones that suit short, controlled dives.
About Bill Evans Lake
Bill Evans Lake is a small New Mexico reservoir that works best as a shallow, shore-based training lake rather than a scenic big-water dive. The draw is simple freshwater structure, local fish life, and an easy public-access setup, but the water can turn dark and murky quickly, so good buddy discipline and a short, controlled plan matter more than distance or depth.
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Research Estimate At Bill Evans Lake
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Bill Evans Lake?
Community sourced coordinates.
Bill Evans Lake Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 12.2m
Depth Note
0–15 ft described as great for Open Water training; OW divers can get to about 40 ft, but deeper areas are dark and murky.
Best Season
Year-round; late spring through summer is the most comfortable window.
Typical Conditions
Can become dark and very murky with quickly reduced visibility, especially when going deeper.
Safety & Access At Bill Evans Lake
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Low visibility
Safety Notes
Visibility can drop quickly; maintain close buddy contact and use strong separation-prevention procedures.
Access Restrictions
Use the designated wildlife-area access points, and check permit or license requirements before entering. Motorized vehicles stay on the roadway and parking areas.
Legal Notes
Bill Evans Lake is a managed wildlife area with posted access rules, fees, and permit requirements; follow New Mexico Game and Fish guidance before diving.
Local Intel For Bill Evans Lake
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for Open Water training in the 0–15 ft range; deeper dives are possible to around 40 ft but are described as dark, murky, and not very scenic.
Freediving
Only the shallow training zone makes sense for breath-hold work; the site is better framed as a short scuba or training dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is possible in very shallow water, but the lake is mainly a scuba-training and general recreation site.
Wildlife at Bill Evans Lake
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Bill Evans Lake
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Bill Evans Lake
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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