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Los Angeles
California, United States3 dive sites
About This Area
The Los Angeles area offers diverse diving opportunities from beach diving at Redondo and Malaga Cove to boat trips to the offshore islands. Palos Verdes Peninsula features underwater cliffs and reefs with rich marine biodiversity. Closer to the city, numerous artificial reefs and wrecks provide habitat for a variety of marine species.
Features
- •Mix of beach diving and boat dive opportunities
- •Artificial reefs and intentionally sunk wrecks
- •Protected coves along Palos Verdes Peninsula
- •Diverse marine life including bright orange garibaldi
- •Year-round diving conditions
- •Night diving opportunities close to the city
Diving Tips
- •Water temperatures range from 55-68°F depending on season
- •Visibility varies dramatically (5-40 feet) based on location and conditions
- •Beach entries can have challenging surf; check conditions carefully
- •Redondo Beach's Veteran's Park offers easy entry for beginners
- •Boat trips to Catalina Island provide better visibility
- •Parking can be challenging at popular sites; arrive early
Map Area Overview
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