

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Pt Vicente Pinnacles is a boat-access reef and pinnacle site located 300 metres from shore near Two Harbors. The topography features significant relief, with depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Visibility is limited to 3 to 9 metres, requiring divers to focus on the structure of the pinnacles. While currents are generally mild, strong surges can occur, making this an intermediate-level site. Divers should plan their 50-minute dives around slack water and maintain proximity to the boat or descent line. Surface marker buoys are recommended due to local boat traffic.
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Terranea Resort has installed a very accessible pathway to the water's edge that accommodates scuba divers and includes interpretive signage.
Go to Old Marineland Cove in Point Vicente SMCA. Terranea Resort has installed a very accessible pathway to the water's edge.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
3-9m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the potential for strong currents and variable conditions.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 300 metres from shore; boat access is required.
Water temperatures range from 14C to 18C throughout the year.
Strong currents are a known hazard at this site. Divers should monitor conditions, plan for slack water, and use a surface marker buoy for visibility to boat traffic.
Diving at Pt Vicente Pinnacles in Rancho Palos Verdes requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pt Vicente Pinnacles in Rancho Palos Verdes. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.