Erics Pinnacle

California, United States

Depth

18m

Visibility

9m - 27m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

About Erics Pinnacle

This site was named after Eric Minard. He was the brother of Dave Minard which was the captain of the Cypress Sea Liveaboard. This pinnacle is like a complete underwater castle with its main tower and many rigged sphires. The entire pinnacle is covered in beautiful corals and surrounded by a great display of marine life. This is a truely amazing dive site with so much to see and explore.

Erics Pinnacle Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Rock, Other, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

18m

Visibility Range

9m – 27m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 50%

O₂

Marine Life

Hermit Crabs
Bat Rays
Torpedo Rays
Various
None
Shrimps
Ling Cods
Nudibranchs

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