The perfect destination to practice the art of ice diving, Payette Lake's cold and clear waters are a must-dive experience.

Lake Champlain's floor is replete with wooden vessels, acting as an unofficial record of the area’s commercial shipping history. Some say it’s even home to an ancient sea creature (think the Loch Ness Monster) named Champ.

You won’t find any major wildlife sightings here. Rather, Utah’s Homestead Crater leads to a 55-foot limestone dome sheltering a hot spring where divers can enjoy a peaceful dive in calm conditions.
 

You won’t find any coral reefs at this dive spot. Instead, this beloved Minnesota retreat—comprised of about 50 individual sites—is home to a stunning underwater forest, among other treasures.

Check out Port Orford, Oregon, through the eyes of the local dive community—then go out and explore your own backyard dive spot.

Check out this local shore diving site in Palm Beach County, Florida, through the eyes of the local community—then go out and find your own backyard scuba spot.

Check out this dramatic dive site off the coast of Kauai through the eyes of the local community.

Dive with vivacious sea lions and other flora and fauna at this popular dive site in magical Monterey, California. Despite its remote location and challenging conditions, local divers say it is a rewarding experience.

It’s all on the table: Lake diving in New Zealand, a free resort stay in Papua New Guinea, pairing scuba with daily spa treatments and more.