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Otter Cove

Carmel By The Sea, California, United States

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★ 4.0 (1 review)

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Intermediate

Stunning kelp forest over dramatic granite reefs and pinnacles.

Boat Access

14m Avg Depth

20m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features a stunning giant kelp forest growing over dramatic granite reefs, canyons, and pinnacles. It is an excellent place to observe iconic California marine life, from tiny colorful nudibranchs to playful sea otters and harbor seals. The unique topography and lush kelp create a magical, cathedral-like underwater environment.

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Plan Your Visit

kelp forestrocky reefcold watermacro photographysealssea otterbeginner friendly

Marine Life

California sea otterharbor sealgiant kelpfishblue rockfishlingcodcabezonnudibranchsgiant green anemonesunflower sea star

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Requires cold water experience and comfort with potential surge and kelp.

Hazards:

cold watersurgekelp entanglementboat traffic

Current Strength:

Mild

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