Van Damme State Park Suggest edit

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12Max dive depth

12.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

12.0–18.0 °CWater (summer)

8.0–12.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Van Damme State Park offers shore entry to a protected kelp forest, historically known for abalone diving and snorkeling opportunities.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 12.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 8.0–12.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

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Capture the kelp forests and diverse marine life; use wide-angle lenses for expansive shots.

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