Deer Creek
Protected Area
Point Dume State Marine Conservation Area
Why dive here
Deer Creek is a shore dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
Deer Creek is a straightforward shore dive in California, reaching a maximum depth of 9m. It's an excellent spot for newer divers getting comfortable with entries and basic navigation. We've found the visibility can be hit or miss, but on a good day, you'll spot some local rockfish, anemones, and maybe even a bat ray cruising the sandy bottom. It's a solid choice for a quick, easy local splash.
Typical Deer Creek Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Deer Creek
Deer Creek Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Deer Creek, 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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