How deep is Octopus Hole?

Octopus Hole ranges from 6.1 to 18.3 metres deep (20–60 feet). It is a saltwater site. Depths vary across the site, so plan your profile to your training and verify conditions locally.

Is Octopus Hole a shore dive or a boat dive?

Octopus Hole is a shore dive — you can enter from land. The entry is recorded as a rocky scramble. The entry area is recorded as sheltered from surge. No facilities are recorded at the site, and cell service is recorded as good. Entry details and parking notes, where known, are listed in the access section of this page.

What will I see at Octopus Hole?

Divers at Octopus Hole in United States commonly report sightings of Wolf eel, Plumose anemone, Rockfish, Lingcod, and Giant Pacific octopus. Wolf eel, Plumose anemone, Rockfish, Lingcod, and Giant Pacific octopus are recorded as common sightings. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

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Octopus Hole

Washington, United StatesDirections

Open Water suggested6–18 m (20–60 ft) depthShore entry

Octopus Hole at a glance

Octopus Hole is a shore dive site in Washington, United States with depths of 6.1–18.3 m (20–60 ft). The best time to dive is typically Year-round; winter visibility is best, higher tides ease the entry. Divers commonly see Wolf eel, Plumose anemone, and Rockfish. Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

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Site hazards: Roadside entry next to Highway 101 traffic, slippery rocks and oyster shells on entry, cold water

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First light 14:13 · Sunrise 14:44 · Sunset 1:08

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What Divers Say

Known for: Wolf eel, Plumose anemone, Rockfish

Best time: Year-round; winter visibility is best, higher tides ease the entry

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

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Marine life seen at this site

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Species seen here

Rough labels: “Commonly seen” usually means two or more recorded sightings near this site in public dive logs (GBIF), “Occasionally seen” one; “Seasonal” and “Rarely seen” come from dive-guide research. Not a measured rate.

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Site details

A WDFW conservation area on Hood Canal right off Highway 101, just over three miles north of Hoodsport and a short drive from Sund Rock. A roughly 200-yard-long rock wall starts around 40 ft and drops to 50-60 ft depending on tide, riddled with cracks and dens that house giant Pacific octopus and wolf eels. Currents are mild, making it a relaxed wall dive, but no hunting or gathering of any kind is permitted.

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Roadside entry next to Highway 101 traffic, slippery rocks and oyster shells on entry, cold water

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