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Satellite Reef

Satellite Reef, tucked away in the Pacific Northwest, is one of those sites we always come back to. Forget what you think you know about cold water diving; this place bursts with colour. We love dropping down into the kelp forest, watching the light dapple through the fronds, and then settling onto the reef itself. It’s not about huge pelagics here; it's about the small stuff, the intricate details. Look for the roughpatch shrimp clinging to anemones and the four-spined squat lobsters tucked into crevices. Sunflower stars, massive and often purple, slowly make their way across the rock, while blue seaperch dart past. We often spot spiny dogfish cruising in the deeper sections, and if you’re lucky, a common seal might zip by. Visibility can be a bit variable, but on a good day, it stretches out to 15 metres, giving you plenty of time to explore. We’d suggest going at slack tide, as currents can pick up. This site is perfect for macro photographers and divers who appreciate the subtle beauty of temperate waters.