Forney Cove
Protected Area
Painted Cave (Santa Cruz Island) State Marine Conservation Area
Why dive here
Forney Cove is a reef dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
Forney Cove is a solid shore dive, accessible via a short hike down a trail. You'll drop into kelp beds with good chances of spotting garibaldi, sheephead, and maybe even a bat ray cruising the sandy patches. It's a forgiving spot, making it a good choice for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed afternoon under the waves.
Typical Forney Cove 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 Forney Cove
Forney Cove Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Forney Cove, 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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