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Santa Rosa Blue Hole
Clear freshwater sinkhole dive with permit rules and surface hazards.
Santa Rosa Blue Hole is a shore-access, altitude freshwater site in Santa Rosa with permit rules, clear water, and a surface hazard from cliff jumpers.
About Santa Rosa Blue Hole
Santa Rosa Blue Hole is a spring-fed freshwater sinkhole in Santa Rosa that works as a shore-access training site with a required permit, clear water, and a simple entry. It is popular for scuba, free diving, and snorkeling, but altitude, cold water, and the chance of cliff jumpers at the surface make it a site that rewards calm planning and good awareness.
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Research Estimate At Santa Rosa Blue Hole
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeSome life
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery crowded
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Santa Rosa Blue Hole?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Santa Rosa Blue Hole Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 24.7m
Depth Note
Maximum depth stated as 81 ft; altitude dive.
Best Season
Year-round; winter is busiest.
Typical Conditions
Water temperature is approximately 63–64°F year-round.
Safety & Access At Santa Rosa Blue Hole
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Cold waterRestricted access
Safety Notes
Be alert for swimmers jumping from nearby cliffs, especially near the surface. This is an altitude dive; plan and adjust accordingly.
Access Restrictions
Use the designated entry and exit areas, stay off the walls, and keep clear of the surface when swimmers or cliff jumpers are active.
Legal Notes
A scuba permit is required, skin or free diving also needs a permit, and the permit and release rules must be followed at the site.
Local Intel For Santa Rosa Blue Hole
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Maximum depth is about 24.7 m (81 ft) and it is an altitude dive.
Freediving
Freediving is allowed, but altitude, cold water, and the permit rules make it a serious training environment.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is allowed, but surface awareness matters because swimmers and cliff jumpers share the top of the site.
Wildlife at Santa Rosa Blue Hole
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Santa Rosa Blue Hole
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Santa Rosa Blue Hole
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
