Venice Beach Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

10Max dive depth

10.0 mSite max depth

3.0–10.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

24.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

15.0–20.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Venice Beach is a popular dive site located on the Gulf Coast of Florida, known for its sandy shores and fossil hunting opportunities. The area is frequented by divers looking for a unique experience, including the chance to find prehistoric shark teeth.

Diving at Venice Beach typically involves shallow waters with sandy bottoms. Divers can explore the nearshore reefs and sandbars, which are home to various marine life. The site is suitable for both snorkeling and diving, with opportunities to hunt for fossils.

Conditions

Visibility: 3.0–10.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting in the morning, focus on shallow areas for marine life and fossils.

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