Salt Creek
Protected Area
Pysht Estuary
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - Salt Creek offers some of Pacific Northwest's richest diving. Water ranges 7-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
Salt Creek offers a classic Pacific Northwest shore dive experience. Descending into the kelp, you’ll likely spot sculpins, rockfish, and maybe even a giant Pacific octopus tucked into a crevice. It’s a site best suited for divers comfortable with colder water and shore entries, perfect for a relaxed day of exploring local species. The accessibility makes it a popular spot for practicing skills.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 11°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Salt Creek
Salt Creek Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Salt Creek, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: 9449880 - Friday Harbor, WA (27km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
11°C
53°F · Range: 9.6–11.4°C
Air Temperature
11°C
51°F
Current Speed
3.16 cm/s
Direction: E (108.4°)
Salinity
23.61 PSU
Wind Speed
1.8 m/s
3.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1018.3 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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