Gull Island Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to OctoberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Gull Island is a popular dive site located off the coast of Santa Cruz Island in California's Channel Islands National Park. It features diverse marine life and unique underwater topography, making it a favored spot for divers.

The dive typically involves exploring rocky reefs and kelp forests, with opportunities to see a variety of fish species, sea lions, and possibly even dolphins. The underwater landscape includes both vertical walls and sandy bottoms.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Permits are required for diving in Channel Islands National Park.
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Bottom types:
rocky sandy kelp Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting during midday; focus on marine life interactions and kelp forests.

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