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Russian Gulch

Russian Gulch

California, United States

Depth
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9m

Visibility
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5m - 14m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced


About Russian Gulch

This small beach is located in the Sonoma Coast State Beach. Despite the shallow waters, this site has ripping currents and is suitable for advanced level divers only. Here you will also find the Russian River discharging into the beach, which can make the water murky, and visibility decreased. Bottom consists of rock formations and sand. Surrounded by rocky cliffs. Ideal spot for spearfishing. Abundant marine life.

Russian Gulch Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Rock, Drift, Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

9m

Visibility Range

5m 14m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Lingcods
  • Various
  • Blacksmiths
  • Garibaldi
  • Sheepheads
  • Groupers
Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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