Iron Bound Cove
Protected Area
Arrow Point to Lion Head Point (Catalina Island) State Marine Conservation Area
Why dive here
Iron Bound Cove is a reef dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
Iron Bound Cove is a good spot for a straightforward California shore dive. You'll likely find a mix of rock formations and kelp, typical of the region, with chances to spot local critters like rockfish and nudibranchs. It’s best suited for divers who appreciate easy access and don't mind exploring at shallower depths. Expect conditions to vary with the Pacific swell, so picking a calm day is key.
Typical Iron Bound 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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Catalina Scuba
Kelp Forest
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Ron Moore's Dive Catalina
Pacific Wilderness, Inc.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Iron Bound Cove
Iron Bound Cove Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Iron Bound 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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