Pinnacles at Santa Cruz Island is a boat-access site defined by submerged rock formations rising through a kelp forest and reef. The site ranges from 15 to 30 metres in depth, with an average of 25 metres. Divers encounter cold water temperatures between 12 and 15 degrees Celsius, necessitating a drysuit or thick wetsuit. Visibility typically spans 10 to 25 metres. Due to strong currents, surge, and significant depth, this site is suited for intermediate to advanced divers. Night diving is permitted for experienced divers with local guidance. A surface marker buoy is essential due to boat traffic and shifting currents.

Skunk Bay, located off Santa Cruz Island, features a combination of reef structures and kelp forests. The site ranges from 6 to 30 metres in depth, with an average of 18 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents, though surge, swell, and rip currents can increase the difficulty of the dive. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the use of a surface marker buoy is recommended for controlled ascents. Water temperatures remain between 12 and 15 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a thick wetsuit or drysuit.

Ford Point on Santa Cruz Island features a kelp forest environment ranging from 9 to 17 metres in depth. The kelp canopy filters light through the water column, creating a structured habitat. Divers can expect mild currents, though conditions vary, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. This site is suitable for beginners, though the water temperature, ranging from 13 to 17 degrees Celsius, requires appropriate thermal protection such as a 5mm wetsuit with a hood. Access is by boat only. Divers should exercise caution regarding boat traffic, potential entanglement in kelp, and the presence of sea urchins on the reef.

Bechers Cove on Santa Cruz Island offers a combination of reef structure and kelp forest diving. The site is accessible only by boat and features depths ranging from 15 to 25 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. Due to the kelp canopy, entanglement is a risk, and divers should carry cutting tools. Water temperatures remain cool, between 12 and 16 degrees Celsius, requiring thermal protection such as a 7mm wetsuit or drysuit. Hazards include boat traffic, cold water, sea urchins, and sharks. This site is suitable for beginners, though careful navigation through the kelp is necessary.

Kinton Point, located off Santa Cruz Island, is a reef and kelp forest site suited for intermediate divers. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres with visibility typically between 10 and 20 metres. A kelp canopy filters light through the water column, creating a structured environment. Divers should expect mild currents, though surface surge and swell are common hazards that require careful monitoring during boat entry and exit. Water temperatures are cool, ranging from 13 to 16 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Boat access is required to reach this location, and divers must be self-sufficient regarding equipment and air fills.

Morse Point is a boat-access reef and kelp forest site located off Santa Cruz Island. Divers navigate depths ranging from 11 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres. Visibility at the site typically spans 10 to 30 metres, providing clear views of the reef structure and kelp canopy. Conditions feature mild currents, though surge and swell are common hazards that require careful buoyancy control. Due to water temperatures between 13 and 16 degrees Celsius, a 7mm wetsuit or drysuit is recommended. This site is suited for intermediate divers, with typical dives lasting around 50 minutes. Access is strictly by boat.

Johnsons Lee is a reef and kelp forest site located off Santa Cruz Island. Divers typically explore depths between 12 and 14 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres. Visibility is variable, ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for intermediate divers. Water temperatures are cold, fluctuating between 12 and 16 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should be prepared for strong currents and potential entanglement hazards within the kelp. The site is also open for night diving. Due to the cold water and potential for surf, appropriate thermal protection and careful boat approach planning are required.

South Point on Santa Cruz Island offers a combination of reef and kelp forest diving. The site features depths ranging from 18 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the kelp canopy. Access is strictly by boat to avoid hazardous surf and shore breaks. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen, and the site includes overhead environments created by reef structures. Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 12 to 15 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a thick wetsuit or drysuit.