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Scuba diving at Point Lobos in Carmel by the Sea
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Point Lobos

GOOD
Carmel by the SeaShore
About This Site
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve offers some of the best diving on California's central coast. Known for its clear waters, abundant marine life, and beautiful kelp forests, it's a favorite among photographers and nature enthusiasts. Diving here requires a reservation and special procedures due to its protected status.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Max Depth

24m

Type

Shore

Typical Visibility

6m

Conditions Summary

Best time today

5PM - 10PM

GREAT

Best day in forecast

Tomorrow

GOOD

2026-02-22

Community-reported visibility

n/a

Warnings for today

  • Strong winds expected
  • Elevated bacteria levels possible due to recent rainfall

Whalers Cove opens north-northeast with excellent protection from east-northeast through southwest. North through northwest see moderate exposure, with west-northwest and west following at low to moderate levels. South through southeast are fully blocked. The slot-like entrance concentrates what energy does arrive; observe sets before entering.

NNEESESSWWNW
Protected
Partially Exposed
Exposed
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