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Dive Spot Guide•
La Roca Grande
Sea-lion boat dive at San Pedro Nolasco with rocky terrain and reef life.
A one-hour boat dive from San Carlos with rocky shelves, sandy patches, sea lions, and a comfortable recreational profile.
About La Roca Grande
La Roca Grande is a boat-access dive site at San Pedro Nolasco Island where rocky shelves break into sandy areas and the dive stays comfortably recreational. Sea lions are the headline attraction, but the site also offers mixed reef fish, invertebrates, and a straightforward boat day for divers who want wildlife and easy navigation rather than a technical profile.
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Research Estimate At La Roca Grande
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
CurrentLight current
Where Is La Roca Grande?
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Community sourced coordinates.
La Roca Grande Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15.2m - 18.3m
Depth Note
Average depth reported as 50–60 ft, with the option to reach greater depth if desired.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Warm water, generally better visibility, and mild boat-dive conditions in the warm season; cooler months can still produce good marine-life encounters.
Safety & Access At La Roca Grande
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficLow visibility
Safety Notes
Standard boat-dive awareness applies. Give sea lions space and be prepared for visibility that can swing by season.
Access Restrictions
Boat access depends on weather and local operator schedules; there is no formal site closure indicated in the sources.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-reserve guidance and marina instructions when visiting San Pedro Nolasco.
Local Intel For La Roca Grande
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Average depth is about 50–60 ft, with the possibility to dive deeper.
Freediving
Shallow rocky zones may suit freedivers when conditions and operator guidance allow.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is common around San Pedro Nolasco, especially near sea lions and shallow rock.
Recent Logged Visits At La Roca Grande
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At La Roca Grande
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
