

Best for beginner divers, 2-29m, shore entry, mild current.
Three Tree Point in Puget Sound offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a sandy bottom interspersed with artificial reef structures and seagrass beds. Divers can explore depths ranging from 2 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. The site is accessible via a shore entry and is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of cold water, boat traffic, and potential currents. Marine life is abundant, with very common sightings of East Pacific Red Octopus and various shrimp. Other frequent residents include White-lined Dirona, Hermissenda, Lumpfish, and the Monterey Dorid. Night diving is a popular activity here, with typical dives lasting around 70 minutes.
47.45245, -122.37953
From October to March, scan the clean broadleaf kelp in the shallows (15-40ft) to find Pacific Spiny Lumpsuckers.
From highway 518, head west, turn left on Ambaum Blvd, right on 152nd, then follow Maplewild for 1.6 miles. Turn right onto 170th to reach the gated dirt path public beach access.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 29m
Visibility
6-9m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
70 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers frequently encounter East Pacific Red Octopus and shrimp. Other species recorded at the site include White-lined Dirona, Hermissenda, Lumpfish, Scorpionfish, Monterey Dorid, Grunt Sculpin, Branched Dendronotid, Lion Nudibranch, Mottled Star, Righteye Flounder, and Barnacle-eating Dorid.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers, though it is important to remain aware of hazards such as cold water, boat traffic, and currents.
The site ranges from 2 to 29 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Yes, Three Tree Point is a shore entry dive site with parking facilities available nearby.
Snorkelling is possible at Three Tree Point, holding a rating of 3 out of 5.
Diving at Three Tree Point in Burien requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Three Tree Point in Burien are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Three Tree Point in Burien typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Three Tree Point in Burien typically ranges from 6 metres to 9 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.