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Scuba diving at Goleta Beach in Santa Barbara
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Goleta Beach

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Santa BarbaraShore
About This Site
Goleta Beach is a popular shore dive site known for its ease of access and gentle slope, making it ideal for beginners and training dives. While not as dramatic as some boat dive sites, it offers a chance to explore local marine life in a controlled environment.

Difficulty

Beginner

Max Depth

12m

Type

Shore

Typical Visibility

3m

Conditions Summary

Best time today

3PM - 10PM

GREAT

Best day in forecast

Sunday

GREAT

2026-02-15

Community-reported visibility

n/a

Warnings for today

  • High bacteria levels due to recent heavy rainfall

South-facing bay well-protected by Point Conception and Channel Islands. Nearly all swell energy is blocked or heavily refracted. West and southeast see low exposure, with all other directions at minimal levels. Consistently calm entry suitable for beginners, though visibility suffers after rain.

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