La jolla Kelp Beds Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to OctoberBest months

17.0–22.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–17.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The La Jolla Kelp Beds feature towering kelp forests up to 30 meters tall, offering encounters with sea lions and giant black sea bass.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 17.0–22.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 12.0–17.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Both Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock kelp Suggest edit

Photo tips

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

Location

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