

Best for intermediate divers, 21-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Iron Bound Cove, located off Two Harbors, features a reef and kelp forest environment at depths ranging from 21 to 30 metres. With an average depth of 25 metres, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Visibility typically spans 10 to 20 metres, allowing for observation of the kelp canopy and reef structure. Divers must access the site by boat, remaining aware of mild currents and potential surge. Due to the kelp forest, entanglement is a primary hazard, and divers should be prepared for overhead environments. Water temperatures range from 14C to 18C, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Always maintain a lookout for boat traffic when surfacing.
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Carry a cutting tool and dive with reef-safe gloves as kelp entanglement is common, especially during ascent.
Boat access is required to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
21-30m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site reaches depths between 21 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, Iron Bound Cove is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth, potential surge, and entanglement risks associated with the kelp forest.
Access to Iron Bound Cove is by boat only, as it is located approximately 1500 metres from the shore.
Divers should manage entanglement risks within the kelp, avoid overhead environments unless trained, and watch for boat traffic when surfacing.
Diving at Iron Bound Cove 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 Iron Bound Cove in LA County. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Iron Bound Cove in LA County are July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Iron Bound Cove in LA County typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Iron Bound Cove in LA County typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.