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Long Point
Catalina Island, CA
Max Depth: 111-120ft/34-37m
Average Viz: 26-30ft/8-9m
Entry Type: Boat
Bottom Composition: Sand
Aquatic Life: Plenty To See
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Rating: 4.00 by 2 divers
Spring: 56-60°F/13-16°C
Summer: 61-65°F/16-18°C
Fall: 56-60°F/13-16°C
Winter: 50-55°F/10-13°C
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Long Point is a boat accessible salt water dive site, located in Catalina Island, CA. This dive site has an average rating of 4.00 out of 5 from 2 scuba divers. The maximum depth is 111-120ft/34-37m. The average visibility is 26-30ft/8-9m.
Dive Spot At A Glance
Location: The largest promontory on the frontside of Catalina Island. GPS N33°24.335’, W118°21.996’ (GPS for reference only, do not use as sole source of navigation).
Depths: 15 to 50 inside cove, 20 to 80 feet on reef, 20 to 100 on wall off point.
Visibility: Good in cove, excellent on outer side of reef, averaging 50 feet.
Skill Levels: Novice or better in cove, intermediate on reef, advanced on point.
Snorkeling: Fair in cove, better to the east.
Hunting: Good for freediving spearfishers off the point for passing yellowtail and occasional white sea bass.
Photography: Good macro in all areas but sometimes difficult on wall due to current. Excellent wide angle over reef. Wall can be dark.
Hazards: Currents on outer reef and along wall. Boat traffic off point.
Courtesy of cadivingnews.com