

Best for beginner divers, 3-9m, shore entry, mild current.
Cabrillo Beach in Two Harbors offers a shallow, accessible shore dive suitable for beginners. The site features a mix of reef, kelp forest, seagrass, and artificial reef habitats. Divers can expect depths ranging from 3 to 9 metres, with an average of 6 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 3 and 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15C and 20C, with potential for rapid, significant cooling. The site is equipped with parking, toilets, showers, and a rinse station. Night diving is permitted, and typical dives last around 45 minutes. Hazards include low visibility, sharks, sharp coral, strong currents, and surf.
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A night dive 3-4 nights after the new and full moon from March through August may yield an underwater view of the Grunion run.
From the parking area, make the short, level walk to the beach. Entry is sandy with no rocks along the path.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-9m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering shallow depths and shore access.
The average depth is 6 metres, with a range of 3 to 9 metres.
Cabrillo Beach is a shore entry dive site.
Divers should be aware of low visibility, sharks, sharp coral, strong currents, and surf.
Yes, the shallow depths and shore access make this site suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.