Diving in Northern California

California’s northern coast is rugged and has chilly water, but it’s also beautiful and charming. Northern California has rocky cliffs, windy roads, friendly locals, and spectacular diving when the conditions are the right ones. One dive site you can’t miss in Northern California is Glass Beach, renowned for its sea-glass filled beaches. Other important dive sites are Caspar Bay with its amazing rock formations, Gerstle Cove, which is great for beginners and advanced divers alike, and Breakwater Cove. Make sure you bring your drysuit and Drysuit Diver certification to enjoy this beautiful region.

Dive Sites in Northern California

The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.