Map of Ship Rock (Catalina Island)
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IntermediateBoat Dive

Ship Rock (Catalina Island)

California, United States
Depth15–120 ft (4.6–36.6 m)
AccessBoat
Cert LevelOpen Water; Advanced recommended for the deeper perimeter
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Summer and fall for warmest water and best visibility (40-80 ft common)

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A guano-capped pinnacle about two miles off Isthmus Cove at Catalina that resembles a ship under sail, rising from deep water to break the surface. Boulder slopes and kelp-covered reef descend from 15 ft to sand at 120+ ft at the base, with structure continuing far deeper for technical divers. It is one of Catalina's signature boat dives, with abundant lobster, schooling blacksmith and frequent sea lion fly-bys.

Quick Facts

Depth Range4.6m – 36.6m
CertificationOpen Water; Advanced recommended for the deeper perimeter
Gear7mm wetsuit, dive light for crevices, SMB
HazardsCurrent on the outer sides, depth drops quickly away from the rock, boat traffic near Isthmus Cove
boatpinnaclereefwall

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