Mesa 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 SeptemberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Mesa is a popular dive site located off the coast of Santa Barbara, California. It features a diverse underwater landscape with rocky reefs and kelp forests, attracting a variety of marine life.

Diving at Mesa offers opportunities to explore vibrant marine ecosystems. Divers can expect to see schools of fish, sea stars, and possibly encounters with larger species like sea lions. The site is suitable for both novice and experienced divers, with varying depths and conditions.

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

Photo tips

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Best lighting during mid-morning, use wide-angle lens for kelp forests.

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