Octopus City in Powell River offers a combination of reef and kelp forest environments. Located 100 metres from the shore, the site features depths ranging from 20 to 35 metres with an average of 18 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 5 and 20 metres. The habitat supports a variety of temperate marine life typical of the British Columbia coast. Shore access is supported by facilities including parking, toilets, showers, and a rinse station. Due to the depth, divers should monitor their bottom time and remain aware of changing conditions. Water temperatures fluctuate between 7 and 18 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection.

The YOGN 82 is a 111-metre long ferro-concrete hulled vessel from the Second World War, intentionally sunk as an artificial reef near Powell River. Located 600 metres from shore, this wreck sits at depths ranging from 9 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Access is by boat only. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, though it presents an overhead environment hazard. Water temperatures are cool, fluctuating between 7C and 12C throughout the year. Currents at the site are generally mild, making it a manageable dive for those with appropriate training for wreck penetration.

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.

Coopers Green in Tuwanek offers a diverse marine environment featuring a rocky reef, kelp forest, and seagrass beds. This shore entry site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 24 metres and an average depth of 6 metres. Divers and snorkellers can explore the small island located just offshore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 5 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 7C and 14C throughout the year. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and changing rooms. Boat traffic is a known hazard, and users should be aware of potential jellyfish and variable visibility.

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.

Helliwell Provincial Park at St. John Point offers a varied underwater landscape featuring reef, wall, and drift diving. The site is accessible from the shore and is suitable for intermediate divers. Depths range from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically between 6 and 15 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 7C and 12C throughout the year. The topography is defined by rocky headlands. Facilities at the park include parking and toilets. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes. Snorkelling is also a popular activity at this location.

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.

The MV Gulfstream is a deep wreck and wall dive site located in Powell River, Canada. The wreck rests at depths between 38 and 52 metres, requiring advanced certification and disciplined gas management. Divers encounter a combination of ship structure and wall topography, with visibility typically ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Water temperatures remain cold, between 7 and 12 degrees Celsius, necessitating the use of a drysuit. Access is by boat only, and the site presents hazards including significant depth and entanglement risks. The habitat supports various temperate marine life, including invertebrates and fish species common to the British Columbia coast.