Rhode Island

Newport County

Divers will travel far and wide to find the best diving. But those who live in the United States have plenty of great diving on their doorstep as well, with plentiful access to the Atlantic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. From warm-water reefs to temperate seas, here are some of the top places to scuba dive in the United States.

United States

A lovely, almost secluded beach area that leads down an old boat ramp to an easy entry into about 20-30 fsw after a short to moderate swim.  Lots of eel grass, flounder, small fish, and other life.  Not an amazing dive but it does the trick.  Frequented by classes on weekends so it may get crowded.  Viz ranges from 3-20 feet, mostly about 8-10 on a calm day.

Route 138 east takes you to the Jamestown bridge.  Continue over the Newport Bridge and exit at Scenic Newport.  R on Farewell, R on America's Cup Ave, R on Bellevue, L on Ocean, to sign on L for King's Beach Fishing Area.  Drive to the parking lot, plenty of room, not crowded, and free.  GPS: N 41 27.234  W 071 20.543(parking lot)