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Octopus Hole

Washington, United States
Open Water suggested6–18 m 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 Giant Pacific octopus, Wolf eel, and Lingcod. Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 4h ago

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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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Dive windows this week

No dive windows in this week’s forecast — no stretch of daylight hours scored favorable or moderate for this site.

First light 12:06 · Sunrise 12:43 · Sunset 3:54

Source: Open-Meteo marine · graded 4h ago

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Recent diver reports

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What Divers Say

Known for: Giant Pacific octopus, Wolf eel, Lingcod
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.

Best months, historically

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Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

  • Giant Pacific octopusCommonly seen
  • Wolf eelCommonly seen
  • LingcodCommonly seen
  • NudibranchCommonly seen
  • California sea cucumberCommonly seen
  • RockfishCommonly seen
  • Plumose anemoneCommonly seen

Fills & rentals nearby

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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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