On this leg of our Midwest Mermaids Scuba road trip, we splashed into Pearl Lake in Beloit, Illinois — and wow, were we impressed! ✨ From the beautiful, well-kept grounds to the easy entries and clear freshwater visibility, this dive site is a hidden gem in the Midwest. And did we mention the TONS of fish?🐟 It’s like swimming through your own personal aquarium.
Why We Loved Diving Pearl Lake 🫧Beautiful Grounds: Relax between dives in a park-like setting. 🫧Easy Entries: Gradual slope makes getting in and out a breeze. 🫧Clear Water: Visibility that makes you forget you’re landlocked. 🫧Lots of Fish: From schools of tiny fish to some big friendly locals.
This is an ideal spot for: ✔️ Open Water certification dives ✔️ Practicing skills after a break from diving ✔️ Refreshing skills before a big trip
💙 Special Thanks Huge thanks to Maca Perkins and @kungfudiversmedia for showing me around and being my dive buddy. Can’t thank them enough — it’s funny how new dive buddies quickly turn into new friends. If you’re in the Chicago area, definitely check them out and join one of their skill drill nights at Pearl Lake. Because let’s be honest — everyone thinks they’re good at navigation… until it’s time to navigate. 😅
Kung Fu isn’t mastered in a weekend, and neither is Scuba. These guys know the only way to get really good is to practice.
📍 Plan Your Dive Before heading to Pearl Lake, be sure to: ✅ Check hours & complete the online waiver here: https://pearllakebeach.com/scuba-diving/ ✅ Bring your certification card & gear
And don’t miss out on the fun above the surface — Pearl Lake Beach also offers an awesome beach area, food trucks, tiny home rentals, and more!
💬 Let’s Connect! Have you dived Pearl Lake? What was your favorite underwater find? Drop your tips in the comments — we’d love to hear them!
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