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Dive Spot Guide•
Troy Springs
Troy Springs is a clear freshwater spring with the Madison wreck.
Plan Troy Springs as a calm spring-run dive: boardwalk access, open-water scuba only, certified pairs, and a sundown cutoff.
About Troy Springs
Troy Springs is a clear freshwater spring in Troy Spring State Park with the Civil War-era Madison resting in the spring run. It is a relaxed swimming and snorkeling spot with a boardwalk approach, parking, restrooms, picnic tables, and a nature trail, but scuba is open-water only, divers must be certified, solo diving is not allowed, and all dives must finish before sundown.
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Research Estimate At Troy Springs
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessEasy entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Troy Springs?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Troy Springs Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 21.3m
Depth Note
Maximum depth stated as 70 ft; depth varies with river water level.
Best Season
Year-round, but clear dry-weather windows are best.
Typical Conditions
Clear, calm freshwater is the goal; river flooding and brownouts can reduce visibility, so check conditions first.
Safety & Access At Troy Springs
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Fishing is permitted from the river bank or river dock but is not permitted in the swimming area.
Access Restrictions
Fishing is not permitted in the swimming area, and all dives must be completed one hour before sundown.
Legal Notes
Only open-water scuba diving is permitted; divers must be certified and solo diving is not allowed.
Local Intel For Troy Springs
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Open-water scuba only; certified divers must dive in pairs and finish before sundown.
Freediving
Best on calm, clear days; the still basin and vertical depth make it useful for breath-hold practice.
Snorkeling
Good for calm freshwater snorkeling when visibility is decent; the Madison wreck sits in the spring run.
Wildlife at Troy Springs
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Troy Springs
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Troy Springs
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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