wreck

Log This Dive

Wreck of the Comet

The Comet wreck, sitting upright in Puget Sound, offers a moody, atmospheric dive that we just adore. It’s not about bright colours or schools of tropical fish here; it’s about the sheer scale of the old steamwheeler, draped in green and purple anemones, and the way the Pacific Northwest light filters down through the usually greenish water. We love dropping onto the bow, often finding wolf eels peeking from crevices near the mast. It's an easy wreck to navigate, largely intact, which means plenty of opportunities to peer into cargo holds or imagine the old paddlewheels. Look for lingcod camouflaged against the encrusted metal and the occasional giant Pacific octopus tucked into a dark corner. Our favourite part is exploring the stern, where the prop is often buzzing with rockfish. This site really suits divers who appreciate history and the unique beauty of temperate waters, especially those with good buoyancy control looking to explore interiors. We’d suggest a calm morning for the best visibility, as strong currents can stir things up.