Pelican Bay 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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Pelican Bay is a scenic dive site located on Santa Cruz Island, part of Channel Islands National Park in California. The site features kelp forests, rocky reefs, and diverse marine life, making it a popular spot for divers seeking to explore the underwater ecosystem.

Diving at Pelican Bay offers opportunities to see a variety of marine species, including sea lions, colorful fish, and invertebrates. The underwater landscape is characterized by kelp beds and rocky formations, providing a rich habitat for marine life.

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
Diving permits required for Channel Islands National Park.
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Bottom types:
rocky sandy kelp Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions in the morning; focus on kelp and marine life.

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