This dive site features majestic kelp forests growing over a rocky reef system. Divers can explore unique underwater topography, including concrete pipes and other remnants of the old Marineland of the Pacific oceanarium, offering a glimpse into local history.
Terrane Resort/ Old Marineland
Lush kelp forests with remnants of an old oceanarium.
- Access
12m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
California Spiny Lobster
Garibaldi
California Sheephead
Opaleye
Horn Shark
Snowflake Moray
Giant Kelpfish
Bat Ray
Harbor Seal
Blacksmith Chromis
Nudibranch
Sea Lion
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Potential for surge, variable visibility, and requires good buoyancy control in kelp.
Hazards:
surgeboat trafficentanglementslippery rock entry
Current Strength:
Mild
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