

Best for beginner divers, 1-8m, boat entry, mild current.
Black Point is a shallow reef and kelp forest site located off the coast of Two Harbors. With depths ranging from 1 to 8 metres, this site is well-suited for beginner divers focusing on buoyancy control. The environment features mild currents and visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius throughout the year, making a wetsuit advisable. Access to the site is by boat only. Divers should remain aware of local surge and swell patterns near the reef structure and monitor the surface for boat traffic at all times. A surface marker buoy is recommended before ascending.
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Watch for surge and swell near the reef structure, as shallow sites like this can push you around unexpectedly, so keep a little distance from rocks at all times. Boat traffic is also a hazard on the surface, so deploy your surface marker buoy before ascending.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 8m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of 1 to 8 metres and mild currents.
The site is shallow, with depths ranging from 1 to 8 metres.
Access to Black Point is by boat only.
The main hazards are boat traffic on the surface and surge or swell patterns that can affect stability in shallow water.
Diving at Black Point in LA County requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Black Point in LA County. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Black Point in LA County are January, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Black Point in LA County typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Black Point in LA County typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.