Octopus Hole Conservation Area is a little gem in Hoodsport, with quite a few resident octopuses.
However, it is a bit hard to find and access the water takes some efforts.
Address / Google Map
Address: 743 Front St., Mukilteo, Washington (Search “Mukilteo Community Beach Park” on Google Maps)
Entry
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Dive Site Information
Dive Profile: Swim out straight from the staircase and one should see the Geodome (15m/50ft). To the left (west) of the Geodome, you should see a traffic sign and lines laid out to the North to go deeper to around 32m/100ft). In the immediate areas of geodorm, there are pipes where wolf eels live and also other structures with critters. It get deep quickly so suitable for deeper dives as well!
Current: Occasional current during heavy exchanges.
Bottom composition: Sands
Things to see: Wolf eels, octopuses, rock fish, school of shiner perch, nudis, plumose anemones
Check Tide Charts – Plan a safe, comfortable dive at PNWDiving.com or planyourdive.com
Dive Site Map fromWashington Scuba Alliance1

Food for thought for planning
Levels: Any. Great for classes and also great for deco (short walk, get deep quick!)
Facilities: One Porta Potty
Fees: Free to entry but pay to park
Parking: Public pay party (via app or website). $3 / hour
Hours: Any time
Other Activities: Crabbing, beachgoers, fishing, free diving
Reference Materials
Visibility report: https://pnwdiving.com/mukilteo-t-dock/visibility
Tide & current: https://www.planyourdive.com/sites/mukilteo-t-dock
Dive site info: Washington Scuba Alliance, Eight Diving, Divebuddy.com
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- same as the dive site map posted on site: https://www.wascuba.org/dive-maps/mukilteo-t-dock ↩︎
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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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