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Hen Rock
Protected Catalina reef with easy conditions and varied structure.
Scuba DivingFreedivingBoatBeginner4.6m - 25.9m
PinnacleReef
Boat-access site near Long Point with shallow beginner-friendly reef, deeper outer pinnacles, moorings, and consistently calm conditions compared with more exposed Catalina dives.
About Hen Rock
Hen Rock is a protected Catalina boat dive with shallow inner reefs, deeper outer pinnacles, and enough tunnels, overhangs, and boulder structure to keep both new and experienced divers interested. Calm water, broad depth options, and abundant temperate reef life make it one of the island’s most versatile all-level dive stops.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Boat trafficOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Hen Rock is forgiving by Catalina standards, but divers still need good buoyancy around swim-throughs, overhangs, and boat traffic near moorings. Stay within comfort level before exploring the deeper outer pinnacles.
Access Restrictions
Hen Rock is a boat-access Catalina site reached by private boats or charter operations rather than shore entry.
Legal Notes
Catalina boating and diving rules still apply around moorings, anchored vessels, and marine-life collection limits. Divers should use assigned moorings correctly and follow current California fishing and lobster regulations where applicable.
Where Is Hen Rock?
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Local Intel For Hen Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Hen Rock works for beginners on the shallow main reef and still offers added depth, pinnacles, and reef structure for intermediate divers who want to extend the route.
Wildlife at Hen Rock
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Hen Rock
Access · 4/5Simple entry
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Coral · 2/5Some damage
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Aquatic Life · 4/5Great variety
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Facilities · 4/5Good facilities
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Current · 1/5No current
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Surge · 2/5Light surge
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- VisibilityResearch estimate
- 12m
