Dive into a 3,000-year-old underwater forest at Clear Lake via snorkel or scuba

Explore Oregon: Making the most of the outdoors

In this episode, Zach talks with outdoors journalism intern Elliott Deins about how to explore underwater at Clear Lake. Deins reports on the origins of Clear Lake, what makes it interesting, why it’s a hotspot for divers and the best gear to plunge into the frigid waters. With consistent visibility over 100 feet and water temperatures around 40 degrees year-round, it’s always a good time for a dive in Clear Lake. Deins talks with experts about the uniqueness of “the world’s biggest swimming pool”— and exploring a sunken forest that feels like a different planet— while detailing dive locations, why you should stay off the bottom and recommendations for a good day at Clear Lake.