California Diving Adventures

1. Bodega Bay: Great for the Non-diver this old sea town is a place that everyone should see at least once.
2. Ft Ross: Easy access to cove by pave road. For better diving stay on the North side of Cove. In the early 1900's a boat was sunk some of the remains are still in the Cove. Depths 10 - 45 ft. For non- divers try the touring the restored Russian Fort.
3. Timber Cove: Large protected Cove reached by private drive only. A fee may be charged but boat launching is available this is a nice quite spot for scuba diving. Depths 10 - 45 ft.
4. Stillwater Cove: Protected Cove with easy access to beach. Boat launching available with kelp beds not far off shore. Depths 15 - 80 ft.
5. Ocean Cove: Access to this Cove is by fee only from Ocean Cove grocery store. Nice campgrounds for divers and non-divers with full facilities available. Close to shore holds thick kelps beds for diving in. Depth 10 - 50 ft.
6. Salt Point: A great dive spots for the Naturalist and Photographer on the North Coast. A Cove that is well protected and is also a Marine Reserve. Kelp beds are rich in Marine life. Depths 10 - 60 ft.
7. Stump Beach, Mill Cove:
8. Gualala Point: Access to this can be tuff and it is exposed to the surf and surge occasionally this site is okay. Depths 10 -50 ft.
9. Pt. Arena: Here you get intermittent spots to access the water and they're a colorful reef to be found here. Diving should be done only when condition are good. Watch for the under tow and heavy surf. Depths 10 - 50 ft.
10. Elk: This site is only occasionally good, but remember the surf plays big part for all those wishing to dive. Depths 20 -50 ft.
11. Van Damme: Small pebble beach protected from heavy surf. This site holds a rocky bottom covered with green anemones, which are better seen on the ocean side of the keyhole rock. Theirs an extensive reef in this area. Depths 10 -45 ft.
12. Russian Gulch: Here you will find a large sinkhole where a cavern roof collapsed. Cool to see but the surf is heavy. Now the beginner diver under the bridge is easier to access with a wide verify of marine life. Depths 10 - 40 ft.
13. Noyo Harbor: Sheltered coastline and has some interesting under water habitats. Site is also close to MacKerricher State Park. Depths 10 - 40 ft.
14. Rock Port: Demanding dive site that is very exposed to the ocean with heavy surf and under tow. Rough area here. Depths 30 - 60 ft.
15. Samoan: Another demanding site due to exposure to the open ocean. Heavy surf and strong under tow. Marine life here is vast and colorful but hard to get to. Depths 20 -60 ft.
16. Trinidad HD. & Bay: Relics can be found here and there are several marine lads in the area this site is well worth a visit. Depths 10 - 50 ft.
17. Crescent City: Here you have a nice beach to dive from. Visibility varies through out the area and make sure you check with the local authorities before attempting your dive.

• Diving within the limits of my ability and training.
• Evaluating the conditions before every dive and making sure they fit my personal capabilities.
• Being familiar with and checking my equipment be fore and during every dive.
• Adhering to the buddy system throughout every dive.
• Being environmentally conscious on every dive.