The Arch

This dive site is located within the Channel Islands, offering a unique California diving experience. The area features pristine waters and is accessible via day trips or multi-day liveaboard adventures. A notable highlight is 'The Arch,' situated near Anacapa Island, which provides an enjoyable dive for divers of all skill levels, reaching depths of approximately 35 feet (10 meters). You'll find a diverse underwater ecosystem including friendly seals, large kelp bass, garibaldi fish, and sheephead. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs, starfish, and plentiful purple hydrocoral – a unique botanical feature of this location. Visibility ranges from 32 to 98 feet (10 to 30 meters), depending on ocean conditions. Dolphins, whales, or even mola mola sunning themselves are potential sightings. Photo credits belong to Tomas Tichy/shutterstock.com and Robert V Schwemmer/shutterstock.com.