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Diver’s Hole

Limited parking is available on the edge of a narrow road, so please make sure to park outside the white line. An incline leads to a sought-after spot that attracts both swimmers and divers. There is a small beach where you can prepare for your dive, or if you prefer, you can cross the river to access a larger beach. As this is a river dive, there may be a current to contend with.

Discover a diverse range of marine life in this location, including Turtles, Coho Salmon, Trout, Lamprey, Steelhead, Cutthroat, and Chinook.

Parking is limited and situated on the roadside. Remember to park outside the white line. Access to the dive site is via a steep trail that is suitable for both swimmers and divers. After parking your vehicle, walk down the path to a small beach, which can serve as your staging area. Alternatively, you have the option to cross the river to a larger beach located on the other side. Please keep in mind that space is limited at this site and it can become crowded. Therefore, it's recommended to only bring down what you intend to use. The entry into the water gradually deepens until it reaches approximately 30 feet. The dive site extends further upstream from the trail, leading to a fish ladder. Be aware that as this is a river dive, there may be some current, although it is typically weak during the summer months.

Enhanced data:
- Visibility: 6 meters
- Maximum depth: 9 meters
- Recommended Diver Level: beginner, advanced
- Country: United States
- Close Location: Illinois River Road, Josephine County, Oregon, United States

Diving Conditions Score for Diver’s Hole

6.3
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Diver’s Hole

Depth

9m

Visibility

6m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Diver’s Hole

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

8.9 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

32.3km

Cloud Cover

99%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

22.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Diver’s Hole
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Dive Score Chart for Diver’s Hole

Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.645533333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 5.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.040633333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Diver’s Hole: 06:00
Sunset at Diver’s Hole: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Diver’s Hole are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
14:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 5.1 m/s

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Safest Overall
13:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 4.7 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 6.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Diver’s Hole
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Diver’s Hole

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Diver’s Hole

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Diver’s Hole

January
Score: 9.3
February
Score: 9.1
December
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for Diver’s Hole

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.8°C / 74.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

19.1m / 62.7ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Diver’s Hole

Diver’s Hole shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (23.8°C) and December the coldest (1.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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