Sargeant Bay Provincial Park in Tuwanek offers a shallow marine environment featuring rocky headlands, reefs, and kelp forests. The site is accessible via a shore entry from a sand and gravel beach. Divers and snorkellers can expect depths ranging from 3 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility varies between 6 and 9 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, typically ranging from 7°C to 16°C. This site is suitable for beginners and provides facilities including parking and toilets. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes.

Tuwanek Beach in Sechelt Inlet offers a protected shore entry from a gentle pebble beach. The site features a diverse underwater topography consisting of rocky walls and kelp forests. Divers can explore depths ranging from 3 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally calm with mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 15 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive durations of 40 minutes. Facilities at the location include parking and toilets. Water temperatures fluctuate between 7C and 14C throughout the year.

The HMCS Chaudiere is a decommissioned Royal Canadian Navy destroyer resting as an artificial reef in Sechelt Inlet. The wreck lies at depths between 15 and 32 metres, with an average depth of 23 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 7C and 13C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of hazards including depth, potential entanglement, and nitrogen narcosis. Guided tours and boat charters are available to assist with navigation of the wreck structure.

Tyee Cove in Nanaimo features a varied underwater topography consisting of two distinct walls and an artificial reef structure. The site is accessible via a shore entry over rocky terrain, located 20 metres from the beach. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Marine life frequently observed includes ling cod, king crab, scorpionfish, and Monterey dorid. Uncommon sightings include the giant Pacific octopus, wolf-eel, white-lined dirona, giant frond-aeolis, and egg-yolk jellyfish. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of moderate currents, boat traffic, and cold water temperatures ranging from 7 to 13C.

Oak Leaf in Nanaimo is a versatile marine site featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drift diving. Located 50 metres from the shore, the site offers depths ranging from 5 to 9 metres with an average of 15 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. The site is accessible via shore entry and supports both day and night diving. Facilities at the location include parking and toilets, with guided tours available. Due to potential hazards such as boat traffic, cold water, and strong currents, this site is best suited for intermediate divers.

Rocky Point in Nanaimo is a shore-entry reef dive suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 10 to 17 metres and experiences mild currents. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures vary significantly throughout the year, ranging from 7C in winter to 16C in summer, necessitating appropriate exposure protection such as a drysuit or thick wetsuit. As a temperate water site, it provides realistic conditions for those building buoyancy and navigation skills. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp rocks present on the reef. On-site amenities can vary, so it is recommended to confirm local facility availability before arrival.

Cottam Point in Nanaimo offers a varied underwater landscape featuring both natural and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 18 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres. Visibility at this site fluctuates between 6 and 18 metres. The environment is characterised by cold water temperatures between 7 and 13 degrees Celsius, requiring appropriate thermal protection. Entry is from the shore, where divers must navigate surf and shore break conditions. Moderate currents are typical, and divers should monitor tide cycles closely. Parking is available at the site, which remains accessible for intermediate divers throughout the year.

Neck Point in Nanaimo offers a diverse underwater environment featuring reefs, walls, and kelp forests. The site is characterised by a unique neck formation that creates channels suitable for shallow exploration. Divers can reach depths between 3 and 30 metres, with visibility ranging from 3 to 24 metres. This shore entry site is accessible to beginners, though divers should be aware of moderate currents, boat traffic, and potential entanglement hazards. Water temperatures fluctuate between 7C and 15C throughout the year. Facilities at the park include parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms. Night diving is permitted, and the site is also well-suited for snorkelling.