California, United States
    Laguna Beach Marine Life Refuge

    Crescent Cove

    Best months: Jul–Oct

    Protected Area

    Laguna Beach Marine Life Refuge

    Why dive here

    Crescent Cove is a reef dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Oct
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Water14-21°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive

    Crescent Cove, a beach dive in California, offers a straightforward entry and a gentle slope, making it a good spot for newer divers or those looking for an easy shore dive. You'll find a mix of rocky reef and sand, often with Garibaldi, occasional rays, and various nudibranchs tucked into the crevices. Visibility can be a bit variable, but on a good day, it's a relaxed dive for practicing skills or just enjoying a casual swim. We often head here when we want a simple day out without the fuss of a boat.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Crescent Cove

    Crescent Cove Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Crescent Cove, sourced from NOAA NDBC buoy data - nearest station: Topanga Nearshore, CA (103) (221km away)

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    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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