Official Hood Canal water-quality page describing the canal's minimal mixing and long water residence time.
Flagpole Point
Pináculo de aguas frías en Hood Canal, con estructura profunda y abundante vida marina.
Acerca de Flagpole Point
Flagpole Point es un pináculo profundo en Hood Canal, con una sensación de acceso privado y mucha estructura en la columna de agua. Se conoce por las esponjas nube, las anguilas lobo, el pulpo gigante del Pacífico y otra vida marina de aguas frías, pero esas mismas características que lo hacen memorable también lo convierten en un sitio para buceadores experimentados que se sienten cómodos con la corriente y con una inmersión en Hood Canal más exigente.
Estimación de investigación en Flagpole Point
Línea base conservadora a partir de investigación pública. Aún no hay buceos de la comunidad registrados.
Dónde está Flagpole Point?
Detalles de planificación de Flagpole Point
Rango de profundidad, temporada y contexto para planificar.
Profundidad reportada
6m - 27m
Nota de profundidad
The reef top is around 65' with the knuckle dropping to roughly 80'-90'; shallower rock rises to about 20' for stops.
Mejor temporada
summer and early fall
Condiciones habituales
Cold Hood Canal water, mild but persistent current, and a steep rocky pinnacle with siltier flats to one side.
Seguridad y acceso en Flagpole Point
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Treat the surface swim with respect, stay off the busy surface near the point, and dive with cold-water gear and good buoyancy.
Access Restrictions
Use the private access route only by arrangement or take a boat; the shoreline is not a casual public entry.
Legal Notes
Respect private property, the access rules, and boat traffic around the point.
Local Intel For Flagpole Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A classic Hood Canal pinnacle dive for experienced cold-water divers who like structure, sponges, and critter hunting.
Freedive
Not a practical freedive target because the reef is deep, cold, and current-influenced.
Snorkel
Only the shallowest shoreline water makes sense for snorkeling; the main reef is a scuba site.
Flagpole Point Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Flagpole Point
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Wildlife at Flagpole Point
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Visitas registradas recientes en Flagpole Point
Registros de buceo y visitas de la comunidad para este sitio.
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Promedios de registros en Flagpole Point
Condiciones promedio basadas en buceos y visitas registrados.
Flagpole Point Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Flagpole Point Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Independent Hood Canal dive note covering private access, current, silt, visibility, and boat-traffic risk.
Hood Canal resort activity page describing shore access, mild currents, tank fills, and common cold-water species.
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