DiveLine LogoDiveLine LogoDiveLine
Blog
⌘K
Sign UpLogin

DiveLine

Your ultimate dive buddy for the perfect underwater experience.

Features

  • Dive Map
  • Buddy Matching
  • Live Conditions
  • Dive Reports

Resources

  • Buy Us a Coffee
  • Contact Us

Contact

  • [email protected]
  • +1 (831) 566-8793
  • Laguna Beach, CA, USA

© 2025 DiveLine. All rights reserved.

Privacy PolicyTerms of Service
Scuba diving at Breakwater Wall in Monterey
Back

Breakwater Wall

GREAT
MontereyShore
About This Site
The Breakwater Wall in Monterey is one of the most popular dive sites in the area, especially for beginners and training. Protected by the man-made breakwater, it offers calm conditions and easy shore entry. The site is known for its abundant marine life, interesting artificial structures, and is a favorite for night dives.

Difficulty

Beginner

Max Depth

18m

Type

Shore

Typical Visibility

5m

Conditions Summary

Best time today

4PM - 10PM

GREAT

Best day in forecast

Today

GREAT

2026-02-12

Community-reported visibility

6-11 m

Warnings for today

  • High bacteria levels due to recent heavy rainfall

Northeast-facing harbor section where the breakwater provides exceptional protection. Northeast through west are almost completely blocked. Only northwest and north-northwest see partial exposure. Conditions remain consistently calm, but watch for boat traffic.

NNEESESSWWNW
Protected
Partially Exposed
Exposed
Loading...
Nearby Dive Sites
Coral StreetOtter CoveLover's PointMcAbee BeachMetridium FieldsWharf 2