The Oregon coastline is beautiful, rugged, and unspoiled. Even today, a relatively small number of scuba divers explore the near offshore rocks, reefs, and wrecks, but those who do are treated to some amazing diving.
Scuba diving is not new here; divers have been exploring the Oregon coast since the sport first grained traction in the 1950s. Above is a video filmed in 1960 at Port Orford, where diver Louie Szabo explores the coastline and shares footage of beautiful jellyfish, octopus, scallops, reefs, and more. Originally shot on 16mm film, it was converted digitally and edited by Ken Paddock.
Enjoy this video, and be sure to check out our other videos and sea stories here at divinghistory.org!