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Dive planning for Lake Crescent barge
Site Briefing
Lake Crescent barge is a submerged barge at the east end of Lake Crescent in Olympic National Park, near the swimming area.
Access: Typically a boat dive on the glacial lake.
Marine life: Commonly seen: sculpin.
Hazards: Cold; deep lake.
Conditions: Typical max depth reported around 61 ft, though from what I recall the ribbed barge structure is a bit shallower.
⚠️ Safety & accuracy
Before diving at Lake Crescent barge, always check the site-specific wind/wave forecast and recent reports (latest: Jun 23, 2025)!
Briefings may be out of date or have inaccuracies. Dive within your training and experience. The first time diving a site, join someone familiar with the site and/or start on a mild day.
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Nearest Featured Dive Sites
- Salt Creek (~6 miles)
- Race Rocks (~18 miles)
Nearby Dive Sites
- Sledgehammer Wall (~2 miles)
- Lake Crescent (~4 miles)
- The Diamond Knot (~6 miles)