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Dive n Surf

3.9 — based on 17 community signals
4.3 12 species 34 contributors

Dive n Surf offers year-round diving in the United States with accessible conditions and diverse marine life across 12 documented species.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Bottlenose dolphin

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
9.5 kn
Wave
0.7 m
Water
23.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (41%)
Now: W (274°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.6m

Next: High at 07:00 (+0.5m)

+1.1 m0 m-0.6 m
▲ 07:00 · +0.5m ▲ 16:00 · +0.85m ▼ 00:00 · -0.31m ▲ 07:00 · +0.58m Now -0.1m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV7.05 · high Air PM2.512 · moderate 06:38 18:55
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 9.8 0.72 7 0mm
09-19 9.3 0.82 7 0mm
09-20 7.5 0.8 7 0mm
09-21 7.1 0.84 7 0mm
09-22 7.4 0.88 7 0mm
09-23 7.5 0.78 7 0mm
09-24 8.6 0.58 7 0mm

About this spot

Dive n Surf is a straightforward dive destination in the United States that welcomes divers year-round. The site operates outside a marine protected area, making access straightforward for visiting divers. With 12 species observations logged by the community, the site supports healthy marine life. The reefs show no signs of coral bleaching stress, indicating stable conditions for exploration. The community has contributed three videos documenting conditions at Dive n Surf, providing useful references for planning your visit. These resources help divers understand what to expect and prepare accordingly. The site attracts enough traffic to generate consistent observations and video documentation, suggesting reliable conditions and popular appeal. While specific depth and difficulty data aren't locked in, the year-round availability means you can choose your timing based on your skill level and schedule. Dive n Surf works as a domestic option for US-based divers seeking convenient access without the need for international travel or complex permit requirements.

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

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Bottlenose dolphin

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 120V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 8768km · ~2017kg · €36

FAQ

Can I dive at Dive n Surf year-round?

Yes. Dive n Surf is open and divable throughout the year, so you can plan your visit based on your schedule and experience level rather than seasonal windows.

What marine life will I see?

The site has 12 documented species observations. Community videos and records provide details on what divers typically encounter. Check the community resources for specific species reports.

Is the coral healthy?

Yes. The site shows no stress from coral bleaching, indicating stable reef conditions and healthy marine ecosystems.

Do I need permits or special access?

Dive n Surf is not inside a marine protected area, so standard diving practices apply. No additional permits are required beyond standard US diving regulations.

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Verified marine species observations

163 records · 42 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Pisaster ochraceus

Asteroidea · Asteriidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Jan 2026
×3records

Aplysia californica

Gastropoda · Aplysiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Jan 2026
×2records

Anthopleura sola

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Jan 2026
×2records

Helminthoglypta traskii

Gastropoda · Xanthonychidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Jan 2026
×1records

Deroceras reticulatum

Gastropoda · Agriolimacidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Jan 2026
×1records

Flabellinopsis iodinea

Gastropoda · Flabellinopsidae
GBIF
Last seen:
2 Jan 2026
×1records

Fissurella volcano

Gastropoda · Fissurellidae
GBIF
Last seen:
2 Jan 2026
×1records

Ophionereis annulata

Ophiuroidea · Ophionereididae
GBIF
Last seen:
2 Jan 2026
×1records

Donax gouldii

Bivalvia · Donacidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Jan 2026
×1records

Dendraster excentricus

Echinoidea · Dendrasteridae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Jan 2026
×1records

Paraconcavus pacificus

Maxillopoda · Balanidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Jan 2026
×1records

Tursiops truncatus

Mammalia · Delphinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Jan 2026
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

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Diving In Albania Presentation - Dive N Surf Meeting

psychosolodiver

The United States of America Dive Sites That Will Blow Your Mind: Our Top 10 Scuba Diving Locations

Scuba Diving Guide

North Shore Oahu SCUBA Diving

Andrew Harmer
💬 2 top comments
  • Wow that's amazing, I love all the reef formations and caves. I saw the bear , lol. Did you see any spotted flounders in the sand. I saw one years ago when I was there. I seen a big triggerfish I actually grabbed by its forked tail years ago at palos verdes

    @sherryted · 👍 0
  • I covered quite a bit of sand but did not see any flatfish on this trip. It seems like amazing topography is the name of the game on the North Shore. I think the winter storms flatten a lot of the corals so you are diving rubble and natural topography. I freedove Shark's Cove and the topo was unbelievably cool, you have to check it out. North Shore thumbs up.

    @aharmer1 · 👍 0
wind peaks May-Aug-Jun, calmest Nov-Jan-Dec, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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