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Lovers 1, 2 & 3

Monterey, California, United States
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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all levels

Iconic kelp forest reefs with rich marine life.

Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features stunning rocky reefs covered in a lush kelp forest, a classic Monterey experience. It is known for its rich invertebrate and fish life, plus frequent encounters with playful harbor seals and sea lions.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

kelp forestrocky reefbeginner friendlymacro photographycold water

Marine Life

harbor sealCalifornia sea lionrockfishlingcodcabezonnudibranchssea starsanemoneskelp crab

Things to Note

Difficulty:

all levels

Protected shallow areas for beginners and deeper reefs for others.

Hazards:
cold waterkelp entanglementboat trafficvariable visibility
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 18.1°C

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