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Dive Spot Guide•
The Jetty
The Jetty: a cold Columbia River drift dive in Richland.
Shore-access Columbia River drift dive from Howard Amon Park, with changing current, variable visibility, and boat traffic shaping the run.
About The Jetty
The Jetty is a Columbia River drift dive in Richland, starting from the Howard Amon Park riverfront and finishing at the mapped exit downstream. It is a cold freshwater run shaped by river flow, turbidity, and boat traffic, with a shifting bottom and changing current. Divers need to plan the entry, drift pace, and exit around river conditions, river traffic, and the shared Columbia River corridor.
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Research Estimate At The Jetty
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is The Jetty?
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Community sourced coordinates.
The Jetty Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 13.7m
Depth Note
Average maximum depth is 45 ft.
Typical Conditions
Cold freshwater drift with variable current, turbidity, and active river traffic.
Safety & Access At The Jetty
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong currentLow visibilityCold waterBoat traffic
Safety Notes
Treat it as a moving-water dive and confirm entry and exit details before you go.
Access Restrictions
Public park access, but the dive should be planned around river flow and active boat traffic.
Legal Notes
Follow posted park rules and Columbia River navigation guidance.
Local Intel For The Jetty
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shore-access drift dive with a planned entry, a clear exit plan, and close attention to current.
Freediving
Not a casual breath-hold site; the current-driven river run is better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a casual snorkel site; the moving-water run and boat traffic make scuba the practical option.
Wildlife at The Jetty
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At The Jetty
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At The Jetty
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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