About Revisions Carmel River North Carmel, CA More Info Entry Type: Shore 8/20/2009 4:58 PM

This is the Northern most dive site of the Carmel River State Beach, and is slightly protected from the Northern swells. Watch the current as your round the rocky point. Carmel Point is located at the Southern end of the Carmel. From Highway 1, take Ocean Ave or 13th Ave toward the sea. Turn left on Scenic Road, and continue to the Southern intersection of Ocean View Ave. You will overlook the beach to your right.
One of my favorite dives in Carmel. Spectacular kelp dive with good thick kelp and tons of life. Easy entry and exit. Follow the kelp line out nearly to the point, and watch the currents. I only dive here if swells are under 4-5 feet. This is close to the butterfly house, too. Another great dive.
Great dive with vis. Easily to 30 feet. Sandy/rock bottom then follow the reef out. Steps make going in/coming out easy. Get there early to find a place to park. Looks real good around the point, but didn’t go out that far. Overall a great dive with few people around. Great kayak launch, also. Take a picnic lunch and do a few dives here.
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