

Best for beginner divers, 1-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Saltar's Point Beach is a shore-entry dive site featuring a wreck and artificial reef structure. Located in the United States, the site is suitable for beginner divers, with depths ranging from 1 to 15 metres and an average depth of 13 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. The site is accessible directly from the beach, with parking available nearby to minimise gear transport. Divers should be aware of potential hazards, including entanglement risks near the wreck structure, variable visibility, and surge that can affect shore entry and exit. Typical dive times are approximately 45 minutes.
47.16823, -122.61403
After entering the water, head to the side of the marina where the pilings are located, then dive south along the front of the marina.
Drive through downtown Steilacoom west on Lafayette Street, turn left on Union Street, right on Gove Street, then right on 1st Street to the parking area. Walk over the bridge and down the steps to the beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is designed as a shore-entry beginner dive, making it a practical choice for newly certified open water divers to build confidence.
The site features a wreck and artificial reef structure sitting between 1 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres.
This is a shore-entry site, allowing divers to reach the wreck and artificial reef directly from the beach without a boat.
Hazards include entanglement risks near the wreck structure, low and variable visibility, and surge that can make shore entry and exit challenging.
Diving at Saltar's Point Beach in Steilacoom requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Saltar's Point Beach in Steilacoom typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Saltar's Point Beach in Steilacoom typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.