Not that I'm aware of at this park but there are several springs in this part of the state. Missouri is called the cave state :)

Yes, there is only 1 way in/out

As far as the legality of the fishing regulations, I have no idea. We were there during the catch and release only season if that makes a difference. This was just gopro footage. If I have the original footage still, I could try and get a print made.

@@LR-bw4nv yeah I would definitely buy one from you if you could get a print made.

No, it is not illegal to fish that close to the spring, but there are many warnings about stepping too far!

It sure is! I have learned a lot from that man!

@@LR-bw4nv nice, same here, shoes are his giveaway :)

@@HKChad yep! He loves his Chucks!

Thanks! I have not made it to that side of tbe pond yet. I have heard great things about caves and mines over there tho! My latest video shows a few more parts of this mine. It is the oldest known mine in Missouri.

@@LR-bw4nv Ther is a lot of old mines - spec polan, norway ,, and Germany,,

Thank you! That whole area is absolutely gorgeous!

Thanks! This is a very deep cave system. The next time I dive it. I will bring actual video lights and produce a better video quality. It was my first dive in the system and I was more focused on the dive vs. Filming.

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching it!

I had a conversation yesterday with a dive buddy, we were talking about the same thing 🤣. I told him I remember the first time I had my first deco stop at 100'. I can't wait to get back in the Nest. I would want to do it on a rebreather next time. That is my next step.

No, I have done it in BM doubles with 2 stages. You have to stay off to the left and use some pull and glide/drag and maybe shove with your feet on the ceiling. It has a pretty steady flow you are fighting against. Diving it in SM is definitely easier.

@@LR-bw4nv Thanks! Are there some times of the year you recommend diving it more than others or is it really hit and miss? It's a 9-10 drive from here ;) We've dove Roubidoux but still haven't done Cannon Ball or Mine LaMott.

It is is better in the winter, but you are doing deco in the lake water which is colder. The entrance to the cave is about 35' deep and out away from the shore. If you don't know where it is, you will never find it. The lake water is like chocolate milk until you hit the mouth of the spring. As long as you get several dry weeks, it should be diveable. Average depth is 45' with 3 marked circuits and 600' penetration to the pit. Drop down the pit to 165' then it slopes dow to 280' to a second restriction which is very tight and tough with the flow. If you can make it past there, you can hit 300'+.

Mine La Motte is pretty much diveable year round. I planned on diving there this week, but work got in the way. I have 2 videos on my channel from Mine La Motte. I would be happy to give details on either site in a private message of you wish.

@@LR-bw4nv Thanks, when I get some free time I'll take you up on that. I really appreciate your videos and all the helpful info.

As divers, we want to see the natural habitat clean and in it's best condition. I can understand how the fishing line was gathered in one spot. It really gets us aggravated when we are pulling cans and trash out. We always pick up the trash and dispose of it properly.

My pleasure! I love sharing the underwater world with people who may not get the chance to experience it themselves!

We love diving, I love showing the underwater world to those who won't get a chance to see it in person. I am glad you enjoyed the video!

Mostly Rainbow Trout with some Brown Trout mixed in. The small brown fish you see resting on the bottom are called Wood River Sculpin. I hope this helps.

Geese even I know those fish were grass carp,and that big one at the end was a bowfin and I also noticed several smaller hickory shad

@@ljbrizo there's no carp, shad or bow fin in Bennet springs or niangua river 😂

Bob as a matter of fact the niangua river does have a large population of carp ,I know for a fact

@@ljbrizo nope no carp in niangua river

Drysuit with heated undergarments! 😉 it is the only way I dive if I need anything thicker than a 3mm wetsuit.

I have not been past the restriction at the keyhole. Some friends of mine have explored quite a bit further back into the cave. With the flow being very strong, it is very dangerous to go any further than what we show in the video. I am glad you enjoyed the video!