shore

5-20m

Pacific Northwest, United States

Ansell Point Dive Site

Best months: Jun–Oct

Why dive here

With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - Ansell Point Dive Site offers some of Pacific Northwest's richest shore diving. Water ranges 7-17°C, warmest July, August, September.

Marine lifeHumpback Whales, Orcas and Seals & Sea Lions · 35+ species recorded

Water7-17°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterShore dive · max 5-20m

Ansell Point doesn't shout for attention, it just quietly delivers. We love it because it’s consistently good, a reliable spot when you're craving a dive without a lot of fuss. Drop in from the shore, often right into a school of Pacific herring or sardines so thick it feels like swimming through a silver cloud. We've seen fat Common Seals cruising through the kelp, their eyes following you with an almost bored curiosity. Look for the Spotted Ratfish, they have a way of seeming ancient, scuttling along the rocky bottom. It’s a great site for photographers who appreciate the subtle drama of the PNW, and for divers who prefer to take their time exploring. If you hit it at high tide, the visibility tends to be at its best.

Typical Ansell Point Dive Site Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

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