The Florence North Jetty Suggest edit

United States Suggest · Oregon Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

ModerateCurrent

MildSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

12.0–16.0 °CWater (summer)

8.0–12.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Florence North Jetty is a popular dive site located at the mouth of the Siuslaw River in Oregon. It features a unique underwater landscape shaped by tidal currents and sediment deposition, attracting a variety of marine life.

Divers can explore rocky outcrops, sandy bottoms, and kelp forests. The site is known for its diverse marine ecosystem, including various fish species, invertebrates, and occasional sightings of larger marine animals.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Moderate Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 8.0–12.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rocky sandy kelp Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting during mid-morning, focus on marine life and kelp forests.

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