This dive site is a popular training location in Monterey, known for its easy shore entry and protected cove. Divers can explore a sandy bottom, scattered rocky reefs, and the iconic California kelp forest, which hosts a variety of fish and macro life.
Mcabee
Easy, protected shore dive ideal for training and macro life.
Shore Access
9m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Plan Your Visit
shore divebeginner friendlymacro photographykelp forestcold waternudibranch
Marine Life
Sea Otter
Lingcod
Harbor Seal
Crab
Sea Star
Cabezon
Nudibranch
Rockfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
beginner
Protected cove with a simple, sandy shore entry and shallow depths, perfect for new divers and courses.
Hazards:
boat trafficcold waterkelp entanglementvariable visibility
Current Strength:
Mild
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