Question 1

What is the maximum depth at Yellow Banks?

Accepted Answer

The maximum depth at Yellow Banks is 80 feet (24 meters), with an average depth of 45 feet.

Question 2

What skill level is required to dive at Yellow Banks?

Accepted Answer

Yellow Banks is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some diving experience is recommended.

Question 3

How do I access Yellow Banks?

Accepted Answer

Yellow Banks is a boat dive. Accessible only by boat, with various charter operations running regular trips from mainland ports. The boat ride is approximately 2-3 hours from mainland harbors.

Question 4

What marine life can I see at Yellow Banks?

Accepted Answer

Yellow Banks supports rich marine biodiversity. The extensive kelp forests harbor numerous fish species including calico bass, sheephead, garibaldi, and various rockfish. Invertebrate life is abundant, with colorful nudibranchs, sea stars, anemones, and urchins covering rocky surfaces. Larger visitors include harbor seals, sea lions, and occasionally bat rays. During certain seasons, you might encounter schools of sardines or mackerel being hunted by sea lions.

Question 5

What is the typical visibility at Yellow Banks?

Accepted Answer

Visibility at Yellow Banks typically ranges from 40 to 80 feet, depending on conditions. Check our real-time conditions for the latest visibility forecast.

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