🇺🇸 United States

Coastal dive, surf, and kite destinations from Florida and Hawaii to California — kelp forests, wreck dives, world-class surf breaks.

📖 Diving in the United States: 87 Sites From Springs to Open Ocean

142spots listed

87Diving

3Kitesurfing

52Surfing

12best months

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Surfing

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15th St Surf and Supply

Year-round surf access at Newport Pier, Southern California. Established local break with consistent waves and easy entry for all levels.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Surfing

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38th

38th is a year-round California surf break in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary with consistent local interest and documented species activity.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

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Alexander Springs

Spring-fed freshwater dive site in Florida offering year-round diving with diverse aquatic life and clear water.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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Anglin’s Pier Reef

Anglin's Pier Reef is a year-round dive destination near the pier structure, home to diverse reef fish and invertebrates.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Best for beginners

Surfing

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15th St Surf and Supply

Year-round surf access at Newport Pier, Southern California. Established local break with consistent waves and easy entry for all levels.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Surfing

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38th

38th is a year-round California surf break in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary with consistent local interest and documented species activity.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

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Alexander Springs

Spring-fed freshwater dive site in Florida offering year-round diving with diverse aquatic life and clear water.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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All Things Aquatic

All Things Aquatic offers year-round diving in the United States with 12 documented species observations and active community content.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Hidden gems

Diving

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Blue Grotto Spring

Blue Grotto Spring is a year-round freshwater dive destination in the United States, offering clear water and accessible exploration.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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Edge of the World

Year-round diving at Edge of the World in Molokini Shoal Marine Life Conservation District, Hawaii. Protected waters with diverse marine life and no coral stress.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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The Back Side

The Back Side offers year-round diving in Hawaii's protected Molokini Shoal Marine Life Conservation District with healthy coral and abundant marine life.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Iconic spots in United States

Hand-picked landmarks for divers visiting United States — sites widely featured in dive guides and trip reports.

Surfing

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15th St Surf and Supply

Year-round surf access at Newport Pier, Southern California. Established local break with consistent waves and easy entry for all levels.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Surfing

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38th

38th is a year-round California surf break in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary with consistent local interest and documented species activity.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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A. R. Colborn and Crane (Wrack)

The A. R. Colborn and Crane is a historic wreck dive in Port Huron, Michigan, accessible year-round for wreck exploration.

Advanced

Diving

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Anglin’s Pier Reef

Anglin's Pier Reef is a year-round dive destination near the pier structure, home to diverse reef fish and invertebrates.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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Avalon Dive Park

Avalon Dive Park is a year-round California dive site inside a state marine conservation area with accessible wreck and reef diving.

Beginner

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Beaver Lake Dive Park

Beaver Lake Dive Park is a year-round freshwater dive destination in the United States with 12 documented species observations and accessible shore entry.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

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Blake Island Reef

Blake Island Reef is a year-round dive destination in Washington's Puget Sound, protected within Blake Island Marine State Park.

Beginner

Diving

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Blue Grotto Spring

Blue Grotto Spring is a year-round freshwater dive destination in the United States, offering clear water and accessible exploration.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Map of United States diving spots

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All spots (142 spots)

Surfing

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15th St Surf and Supply

Year-round surf access at Newport Pier, Southern California. Established local break with consistent waves and easy entry for all levels.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Surfing

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38th

38th is a year-round California surf break in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary with consistent local interest and documented species activity.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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A. R. Colborn and Crane (Wrack)

The A. R. Colborn and Crane is a historic wreck dive in Port Huron, Michigan, accessible year-round for wreck exploration.

Advanced

Surfing

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Abiquiu Wave

Abiquiu Wave is a year-round surf spot in New Mexico with a small community of local surfers and recorded activity.

Intermediate

Diving

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Alexander Springs

Spring-fed freshwater dive site in Florida offering year-round diving with diverse aquatic life and clear water.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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All Things Aquatic

All Things Aquatic offers year-round diving in the United States with 12 documented species observations and active community content.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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American Tanker

American Tanker is a year-round wreck dive in the United States with good coral health and steady marine life activity.

Intermediate

Diving

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Anglin’s Pier Reef

Anglin's Pier Reef is a year-round dive destination near the pier structure, home to diverse reef fish and invertebrates.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Surfing

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Arakawa Surfboards

Arakawa Surfboards offers year-round surf access on Hawaii's North Shore. A legendary local spot with consistent waves and strong community roots.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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Avalon Dive Park

Avalon Dive Park is a year-round California dive site inside a state marine conservation area with accessible wreck and reef diving.

Beginner

Surfing

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B!

B! is a year-round surf spot in the United States with active community engagement and consistent local sessions.

Surfing

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Bahama Boards

Bahama Boards is a year-round surf destination in the United States with active community engagement and consistent swell.

Surfing

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Bay Street Boards

Bay Street Boards offers year-round surfing in Santa Monica, California, with local community insights and video content.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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Beaver Lake Dive Park

Beaver Lake Dive Park is a year-round freshwater dive destination in the United States with 12 documented species observations and accessible shore entry.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Kitesurfing

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Best Kiteboarding

Year-round kiteboarding with reliable wind and accessible conditions. Established spot with active community.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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Blake Island Reef

Blake Island Reef is a year-round dive destination in Washington's Puget Sound, protected within Blake Island Marine State Park.

Beginner

Diving

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Blue Grotto Spring

Blue Grotto Spring is a year-round freshwater dive destination in the United States, offering clear water and accessible exploration.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Diving

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Blue Water Lake

Blue Water Lake offers year-round diving in the United States with documented species observations and community footage.

Diving

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Blue Water Park

Blue Water Park is a year-round freshwater dive destination in the United States with recorded species observations and community-contributed video content.

Beginner