Bonnet Springs USA

Nestled within Peacock Springs State Park, Bonnet Springs offers a unique diving experience. Access is through a locked gate, and the combination, available from the park ranger, is exclusive to experienced divers with at least 100 cave dives and a guide.

• Region: Florida
• Coordinates: 28.0489588,-81.9716727
• Depth: 45 ft
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• Type: Cave

Controlled Dive Teams

Limited to two dive teams a day, with a maximum of four divers per team, Bonnet Spring requires meticulous planning. Prior dive experience in the system, permission from the ranger for each dive, and compliance with regulations ensure the preservation of this fragile cave system.

Conservation and Fragility

Similar to Cow Springs, Bonnet Spring demands utmost respect for its fragility. Conservation efforts have been implemented, emphasizing the importance of responsible diving practices. For additional guidance, the GUE webpage provides valuable insights and procedures for divers.

Dive Details

With a maximum depth of approximately 45 feet, Bonnet Spring navigates through delicate limestone layers. The cave features a lengthy winding restriction, making it imperative for dive teams to coordinate to avoid complications in the several hundred feet-long passage.

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