

Best for advanced divers, shore entry.
Cave Rock Arch is a massive sea stack located on the Southern Oregon Coast near Pistol River. The site features a natural tunnel carved through the centre of the rock formation. Divers and snorkellers can explore the base of the stack and the interior of the arch, though access is restricted to extreme low tides when surge conditions are minimal. This is an advanced site due to challenging conditions, including cold water temperatures between 10C and 12C, strong currents, rip currents, and significant surf and surge. Shore entry is required to reach this marine reef environment.
42.30480, -124.40920
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Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
10-12°C
No, this site is rated for advanced divers due to the presence of strong currents, rip currents, and significant surf and surge.
Yes, snorkelling is possible at the base of the stack and within the arch, but it is limited to extreme low tides when surge is minimal.
Access to Cave Rock Arch is via shore entry.
Water temperatures at this site range from 10C to 12C throughout the year.
Divers and snorkellers must contend with cold water, rip currents, strong currents, surf, and surge.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Cave Rock Arch in Pistol River. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 12°C.