PNW Scuba Dive Site Logistics: Edmonds Underwater Park in Edmonds, WA

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Edmonds underwater park is a marine protected area since 1970. It is a giant area with well thought out lines / guidances with interesting features to create artificial reefs in shallow area. All for divers and swimmers! The only drawback is the descent point is a good 15-min swim from shore… Prepare for it

Table Of Contents
  1. Address / Google Map
  2. Entry
  3. Dive Site Information
  4. Food for thought for planning
  5. Reference Materials

Address / Google Map

Address: 50 Railroad Ave, Edmonds, WA 98020 (Search “Edmonds Underwater Park” on Google Maps. It is also named as Brackett’s Landing Shoreline Sanctuary Conservation Area). Below I am linking the entrance to the closest parking lot.

Entry

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Dive Site Information

Dive Profile:

It is a HUGE underwater park. Each ‘block’ is about 300ft *300 ft and there are about ~27 blocks. But most of them are around 40ft/13m.

For first timer, most people recommend to start at Jetty Way. I personally have only done Jetty Way.

Walk out to Edmonds Waterfront Viewpoint, then you will be able to see the buoys linked to the cross-sections of the Jetty way. So that’s the buoy we were aiming for… it took us a good 15min to swim there. This is the time I truly wanted a DPV and really admire divers who are taking their open water certification classes here.

Once descend, the artifical reef are structured with guidlines / pipes/ slate to grids, so just keep exploring and remember to turn back the same way.

Current: A little bit.

Bottom composition: Sands

Things to see: lots of big fishes like lingcod and cabezons. Even rockfishes are bigger here.

Check Tide Charts – Plan a safe, comfortable dive at PNWDiving.com or planyourdive.com

Dive Site Map

The dive site map here is the 2024 version. The most current one will always be the one on-site!

Food for thought for planning

Levels: Any. Beginner friendly in terms of navigation and depth.

Facilities: restroom (with changing areas), showers (summer only), large dive site map right by the restroom

Fees: Free

Parking: Free parking though spots filled up fast!

Hours: 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. Need to obtain permit to do night dives.

Reference Materials

Visibility report: https://pnwdiving.com/edmonds-underwater-park

Tide & current: https://www.planyourdive.com/sites/edmonds-underwater-park

Dive site info: Official website, emeralddiving.com, Story behind Edmond on ScubaDiving.com

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Please be aware that scuba diving is an inherently risky activity, even with certification and experience. The content on this blog reflects my personal opinions and experiences and should not be considered instructional. Always prioritize safety, seek guidance and certification from qualified diving professionals, and carefully consider the risks involved in any dives.

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