Santa Cruz Island

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California, USA

Best timeAugust to November
Water temp14-20°C / 57-68°F
Visibility5-25m / 16-82ft
AccessBoat Dive
Dive typesScuba, Snorkel
DifficultyIntermediate
Max depth25 m
Avg depth15 m
Nearest airportSBA
Kelp forestsSea cavesWrecks
ScubaSnorkel

Santa Cruz is the largest of the Channel Islands and offers a huge variety of diving. Divers can explore lush giant kelp forests, navigate through beautiful sea caves, and visit the wreck of the 'Peacock' fishing vessel.

Features

The largest of the Channel Islands, offering diverse diving. The main features are the towering kelp forests and numerous sea caves. The 'Peacock' wreck is a popular site, and the area is great for spotting sea lions and harbor seals.

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