Lone Ranch Beach
The primary dive site is located just off the beach, to the left. Access can be made either by walking in from the beach or by carefully navigating over the boulders. The maximum depth of the site is approximately 50-60ft, making it suitable for advanced divers and those with higher skill levels.
While exploring the kelp fields, divers can encounter a variety of marine life including bottom fish, Abalone, and seals. It is even possible to witness the majestic sight of a passing whale.
This dive site, located in Curry County, Oregon, United States, offers a visibility of around 3m. With a maximum depth of 13m, it is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Explore the underwater wonders of this site and enjoy the unique diving experience it has to offer.
While exploring the kelp fields, divers can encounter a variety of marine life including bottom fish, Abalone, and seals. It is even possible to witness the majestic sight of a passing whale.
This dive site, located in Curry County, Oregon, United States, offers a visibility of around 3m. With a maximum depth of 13m, it is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Explore the underwater wonders of this site and enjoy the unique diving experience it has to offer.
Diving Conditions Score for Lone Ranch Beach
4.8
Below AverageChallenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lone Ranch Beach
Depth
13m
Visibility
3m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Lone Ranch Beach
Wave Height
1.94m
Wind Speed
5.2 m/s
Water Temp
11.1°C
Visibility
20.4km
Cloud Cover
4%
Wave Period
8.25s
Air Temperature
9.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lone Ranch Beach
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Dive Score Chart for Lone Ranch Beach
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 6.321633333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.96m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 5.213333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lone Ranch Beach: 06:00
Sunset at Lone Ranch Beach: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lone Ranch Beach 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.
Best Overall
14:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.96m (8.2s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 5.2/10
Waves: 2.04m, Wind: 7.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lone Ranch BeachAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lone Ranch Beach
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 Lone Ranch Beach
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.7/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Lone Ranch Beach
January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Lone Ranch Beach
Water Temp
17.5°C / 63.5°F
August
Visibility
17.9m / 58.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.3m / 1.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lone Ranch Beach
Lone Ranch Beach shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.5°C) and December the coldest (3.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.3m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026
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