Valiant Wreck Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June to OctoberBest months

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Valiant Wreck is a popular dive site located off the coast of Catalina Island, California. This site features the remains of a sunken vessel, providing an interesting underwater landscape for divers to explore.

Divers can explore the wreck and the surrounding marine life, including various fish species and potential encounters with larger marine animals. The wreck is partially intact, offering opportunities for penetration dives for experienced divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 12.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand wreck rocky Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Use a wide-angle lens for the wreck and macro for marine life.

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