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Abalone Cove

Abalone Cove

California, United States

Depth
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18m

Visibility
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8m - 23m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Experienced


About Abalone Cove

So named for the abundance in abalone that you will see here. Its a easy shore dive with light to mild currents. Bottom consists of scattered rocks and sand, covered in corals. Abalone Cove has beautiful display of marine life.

Abalone Cove Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Rock

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

18m

Visibility Range

8m 23m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 50%

O2
Marine Life

  • Various
  • Gobies
  • Bat Rays
  • Cabezons
  • Cowries
  • None
  • Sand Bass
  • Kelp Fish
  • Halibuts
Weather Conditions

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