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Whales Head

Whales Head

Oregon, United States

Depth
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300m

Visibility
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5m - 14m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Advanced

Whales Head

Oregon, United States

Whales Head
Depth
Depth Icon

300m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

5m - 14m

Entry
Shore Entry Icon

Shore

Experience Level

Advanced

About Whales Head
This site has Kelp beds and beautiful Rock formations. This is a really deep dive and is therefore recommended for advanced levels. This spot has a sloping sandy bottom filled with interesting marine life. It is good for photography due to good visibility.

Whales Head Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Deep, Other, Reef, Rock

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

300m

Visibility Range

5m – 14m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

—

CNS Load (20 min)

-1% at 298m / 21%

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Marine Life
  • Guitarfish
  • Ling-Cod
  • Moray Eels
  • Nurse Sharks
  • Octopus
  • Turtles
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Dive Site Hazards

  • Gradual Narcosis Onset — Narcosis may develop slowly, making self-assessment unreliable.

  • Task Fixation at Depth — Cognitive narrowing at depth can reduce awareness of time and ascent rate.

  • Increased Gas Density Breathing Load — Higher gas density at depth increases work of breathing.

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

  • Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.

  • Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.

  • Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

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