California, United States
    Anacapa Island State Marine Reserve

    Landing cove

    Best months: Jul–Oct

    Protected Area

    Anacapa Island State Marine Reserve

    Why dive here

    Landing 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

    Landing Cove, nestled within Catalina Island's protective embrace, often delivers calm conditions perfect for newer divers. We've often seen giant kelp forests here, swaying gently, providing shelter for Garibaldi and kelp bass. Look closer among the fronds, and you might spot a shy octopus or a nudibranch clinging to a blade. It's a solid choice for a relaxing afternoon dive, especially if you’re keen on macro life without fighting a strong current.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Landing cove

    Landing cove Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Landing 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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