These eight dive sites and regions throughout the U.S. and Canada are a reason to get excited about diving local for years to come.

The best places to dive in Mendocino and Sonoma, California, and how to prepare for the region's rugged conditions.

Virginia Beach is known for the beach, boardwalk, great restaurants and the master jet base at Oceana but many folks bypass the area to go diving elsewhere.

The best places to dive in Oklahoma. Plus: Where to stay and what gear you need.

This Canadian diver prefers to seek out the bugs, beasts and macro critters that often go unnoticed underwater.

In need of stateside dive sites? These eight aquariums in the United States allow scuba divers the opportunity to dive and explore their exhibits.

How to get to Catalina Island, where to dive and what gear to use.

When planning a scuba road trip, define the scope of your trip, contact local dive shops to get a handle on local dive options, make sure your car is in good condition, and think about how you will dry your gear in between dives.

The best scuba diving in Maine and what you might encounter.