Channel Islands Break Wall
Protected Area
Anacapa Island Federal Marine Reserve
Why dive here
Channel Islands Break Wall is a drift dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Channel Islands Break Wall in California offers a straightforward shore dive, ideal for beginners or those getting back in the water. We typically see nudibranchs, small crabs, and calico bass amongst the rocks and kelp. It's a calm, shallow site, rarely deeper than 12 metres, making it perfect for skill refreshers or testing new gear without strong currents.
Typical Channel Islands Break Wall Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Ventura Dive & Sport
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Channel Islands Break Wall
Channel Islands Break Wall Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Channel Islands Break Wall, sourced from NOAA NDBC buoy data - nearest station: Topanga Nearshore, CA (103) (221km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
19°C
66°F · Range: 14–23.7°C
Air Temperature
18°C
65°F
Wave Height
0.6m
13.8s period
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC buoy data
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