Willow Cove
Protected Area
Casino Point (Catalina Island) State Marine Conservation Area
Why dive here
Willow Cove is a reef dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
Willow Cove offers a straightforward shore dive, popular for its accessible entry. You'll likely encounter kelp forests here, with garibaldi and various rockfish darting among the fronds. It’s a solid choice for newer divers looking to practice skills or for anyone wanting a relaxed local dive without a boat trip. Conditions can vary, so check the swell before heading out.
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Ron Moore's Dive Catalina
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Willow Cove
Willow Cove Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Willow 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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