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Local diver discussion placing Glen Ayr as a strong Hood Canal base near Sund Rock and other classic sites.
Glen Ayr
Hood Canal shore dive with a wall, rubble, and resort support.
Scuba DivingShoreIntermediate6m - 40m
CaveReef
A cold-water shore site with dock access, deeper structure off the north side, and practical on-site dive support.
About Glen Ayr
Glen Ayr is a Hood Canal shore dive beside the resort dock, with a steep wall on the north side and a rubble field on the south. It works best as a cold-water base for divers who want easy shore access, gear support, and nearby deep local structure.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Boat trafficLow visibility
Safety Notes
Plan the dive around the tide and give yourself extra time for check-in, gear setup, and the longer swim or descent to the deeper side. Treat the resort dock and the canal surface lanes as active water, not dead space.
Access Restrictions
Day-use divers should check in at the office, pay the dive fee, and display the parking pass; early arrivals need to arrange with the resort ahead of time.
Legal Notes
The site sits on private resort property, so use it only under the resort's day-use rules and on-site directions.
Where Is Glen Ayr?
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Local Intel For Glen Ayr
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba is the natural fit. The north side rewards divers who are comfortable descending into deeper structure, while the south side is better for slower macro-style exploring.
Freediving
Freediving is only practical in the shallow nearshore water and does not make full use of the site.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow edge; scuba is the better match for the site's structure.
Wildlife at Glen Ayr
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Research Estimate At Glen Ayr
Access · 4/5Simple entry
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Aquatic Life · 4/5Great variety
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Facilities · 5/5Excellent facilities
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Current · 2/5Light current
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- 5m
