San Juan Islands Suggest edit

The San Juan Islands are a stunning archipelago located in the northwest of the United States, known for their diverse marine life and beautiful underwater landscapes. This area offers a variety of dive sites suitable for different skill levels, with opportunities to see everything from kelp forests to vibrant marine species.

Diving in the San Juan Islands typically features rocky reefs, kelp beds, and a variety of marine life including sea stars, anemones, and possibly seals and orcas. The underwater terrain can vary significantly, providing both shallow and deeper dive options.

• Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
• Currents: Mild Suggest edit
• Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
• Water temp (summer): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit
• Water temp (winter): 5.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

• Entry: Boat Suggest edit
• Permits required: Yes
  Check local regulations for specific dive sites.
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• Bottom types:
  rocky sandy kelp Suggest edit