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Sledgehammer Point

Sledgehammer Point

Washington, United States

Depth
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20m

Visibility
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4m - 12m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner


About Sledgehammer Point

Sledgehammer Point is a lake dive in Lake Crescent situated in the Olympic National Park in the US state of Washington. Good year round visibility and plenty of topographical vantages give this site its appeal. The point itself is 'sledgehammer' formation and rocky outcrops and gulllies offer fasinating exploratory and photographic opportunities. A novice level and up dive.

Sledgehammer Point Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Rock

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

4m 12m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 47%

O2
Marine Life

  • Eels
  • Crustaceans
Weather Conditions

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