Brinn Rock

Best months: Sep–Jan

Protected Area

Pile Point Voluntary No - Take

Why dive here

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

Best timeSep–Jan

WetsuitA drysuit

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

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

CharacterPinnacle dive · max 15-30m

StandoutDramatic pinnacle topography

Brinn Rock sits off the Pacific Northwest coast, a rugged lump of rock that hints at the wildness below. We love this site for its sheer, unpretentious PNW vibe; it’s not about flashy colours, but about the sheer density of life clinging to every surface. Drop down and you’ll find yourself in a world of greens and browns, where enormous sunflower stars sprawl like fuzzy dinner plates and eelgrass sways in the gentle surge. It’s an easy dive, often calmer than some of the more exposed spots, making it a great choice when the weather kicks up elsewhere. Look closely and you might spot a Blackbelly Eelpout peeking from a crevice, or a gangly Slender Crab scuttling across the rock. This is a site for those who appreciate the subtle beauty of temperate waters, for divers who get a kick out of spotting the less glamorous but equally fascinating critters. We've often seen Common Loons and Surf Scoters diving around the surface, a reminder of the wildlife above, and there’s always that small chance of an Orca passing through – a truly humbling encounter if it happens. Our pick for a good dive here is mid-morning, just after slack tide, when the light penetrates a little deeper and the current is minimal.