East End
Protected Area
Begg Rock (San Nicolas Island Quad) State Marine Reserve
Why dive here
East End is a dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
The East End of Catalina Island offers a string of shore dives, often calm and protected from prevailing winds. We typically find kelp forests here, with garibaldi, sheepshead, and occasional bat rays navigating the stalks. It’s a solid pick for divers looking for easy access and a relaxed dive in California’s classic temperate waters. Visibility can vary, but generally, it’s a good spot for a casual afternoon dip.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for East End
East End Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for East End, 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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