Octopus City Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

12.0–18.0 °CWater (summer)

6.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Octopus City is a popular dive site located in British Columbia's Lower Mainland, known for its rich marine biodiversity and vibrant underwater landscapes. The site features various marine life, including octopuses, which contribute to its name.

Diving at Octopus City offers divers the chance to explore rocky reefs, kelp forests, and diverse marine habitats. The site is suitable for divers looking to observe marine life in their natural environment.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 12.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 6.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Both Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
Rock sand kelp Suggest edit

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Best light conditions during midday; macro photography recommended.

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