Bishop Rock Suggest edit

San Clemente Island Suggest · California, LA County, San Clemente Island Suggest

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IntermediateRecommended cert

40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to OctoberBest months

18.0–22.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Bishop Rock is a pinnacle off San Clemente Island with steep walls descending beyond 40 meters and is known for frequent strong currents, attracting advanced divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–22.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Permits may be required for diving in protected areas.
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Bottom types:
rock sand kelp Suggest edit

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Good lighting conditions in summer; focus on marine life and kelp forests.

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