Leo Carrillo State Beach
About Leo Carrillo State Beach
This beach offers several nearshore dive areas with a large kelp bed that can be reached easily from shore. Shallow depths and close proximity to the beach make it suitable for relaxed dives and also for snorkeling. The reef is described as colorful, with nudibranchs and golden gorgonian coral, and a variety of common coastal fish and invertebrates.
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Leo Carrillo State Beach Planning Details
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Depth Note
Described as shallow and close to shore.
Local Intel For Leo Carrillo State Beach
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Scuba
A large kelp bed is noted as unusually easy to reach from shore for a beach dive.
Snorkel
Shallow depth and nearshore layout are described as suitable for snorkeling.
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Exposure Profile at Leo Carrillo State Beach
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