Westward Beach

California, United States

Depth

20m

Visibility

8m - 23m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

Westward Beach

California, United States

Depth

20m

Visibility

8m - 23m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

About Westward Beach

This is a beautiful beach with golden sands and calm waters. Its located near the Point Dume State Beach. Be careful when diving here, as there has been countless shark attacks here during the years.

Westward Beach Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Shark, Other

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

8m – 23m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 47%

O₂

CNS Load (35 min)

12% at 18m / 36%

O₂

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Marine Life

Bass
Bat Rays
Cabezons
Dolphins
Gobies
Halibuts
Sharks
Spider Crabs
Various

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature ℃

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Dive Site Hazards

Situational Awareness Loss — Divers may fixate on sharks and lose depth or position awareness.
Subtle Behavioural Shifts — Changes in shark behaviour may be missed without active observation.
Blue-Water Reference Loss — Lack of visual references increases ascent and descent instability.

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