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Official CVB venue page placing Higgins Point on the Centennial Trail with public access.
Dive Spot Guide•
Higgins Point
Lake Coeur d'Alene wall dive with easy shore access and salmon season.
Public shore site at Higgins Point with easy parking, a quick wall drop, and the best fish action in late fall.
About Higgins Point
Higgins Point is a Lake Coeur d'Alene wall dive with easy public parking and a straightforward shore entry. The site drops away quickly from the point, so the dive feels more like a freshwater wall than a flat swim. It is most interesting in late fall when kokanee salmon move through the area, but the lake can turn dark and cold quickly. Plan for a simple lake dive, not a reef-style drift or surge day.
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Research Estimate At Higgins Point
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 5m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Where Is Higgins Point?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Higgins Point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Depth Note
No stable site-specific depth band surfaced; the point drops quickly from shore and should be treated as a wall dive.
Best Season
Late fall for kokanee salmon; calmer shoulder-season days are easier for the lake surface.
Typical Conditions
Cold freshwater, a quick wall drop, and visibility that can swing with wind, wake, and seasonal water color.
Safety & Access At Higgins Point
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficCold waterLow visibility
Safety Notes
Use cold-water protection, keep the team compact on the wall, and plan the surface segment with lake traffic in mind.
Access Restrictions
Public shore access from the Higgins Point recreation area; stay within designated parking and trail-use areas.
Legal Notes
Follow local recreation-area rules and any seasonal lake-use guidance in force on the day.
Local Intel For Higgins Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shore-access wall dive with a quick drop from the point and the best fish action in salmon season.
Freediving
Only the shallow entry area is realistic for breath-hold work; the wall and cold-water conditions make scuba the practical mode.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow top of the point and is not the main use case.
Wildlife at Higgins Point
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Higgins Point
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Higgins Point
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility5m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
