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Numerous Monterey and Carmel Bay Sites

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

Iconic kelp forest diving with rich marine life.

- Access
8m Avg Depth
11m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located in Monterey Bay. The area offers diving experiences ranging from beginner to advanced levels. A key highlight of these dives is the opportunity to explore kelp forests, which provides a memorable underwater experience. Diving within these kelp forests presents a unique and rewarding exploration for divers of all skill levels.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

kelp forestcold watermacro photographywide anglebeginner friendlysea lionrocky reef

Marine Life

Sea otterHarbor sealCalifornia sea lionOctopusNudibranchRockfishSeastarsKelpfishLingcod

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow depths and varied sites accommodate divers of all skills.

Hazards:
cold waterkelp entanglementboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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