Caspar Bay

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Caspar Bay is an easy dive on all levels. If you're looking for Abalone, try the Southern side of the bay.

Directions: About 5 miles South of Fort Bragg on Highway 1, head West on Point Cabrillo Drive (located on the South side of the Cabrillio River Bridge)

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01/10/2008 John R. (Avg: 2.85 Review) - Sandy bottom mostly, with lots of live sand dollars roaming. There is a strong current in center of bay, and the southern side has plant life, abalone, and a large 7-8 ft. anchor with 1ft.long chain links. Calm seas & early arrival offer the best diving.

04/02/2002 JZ (Avg: 3.83 Review) - This is a great site for kayaking or strong swimmers. Interesting bottom topography, and a great dive in good visibility. Plankton bloom has disastrous effect on the site though, as I have been in completely orange soup with 6" viz.

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Entrance
Map Sat
GPS: CN0301
N39°21.4447'
W123°48.5165'

This is looking North, with the Cabrillio River Bridge in the background. Head to the ocean from here.

Parking
Map Sat
GPS: CN0302
N39°21.6179'
W123°48.9879'

There's limited parking next to beach, but parking elsewhere will not be a problem.

Overview

It's an easy hike through the sand-- gear up at your car.

Entry
Map Sat
GPS: CN0304
N39°21.6556'
W123°48.9897'

Just watch out for the occasional surfer and painter, and enjoy your dive!

Last Verification: July, 2001

Diver Averages for Caspar Bay (1=worst, 5=best)

Average Site Condition
Ease of Shore Entry:	4.50
Bottom Conditions:	3.00
Reef Conditions:	3.00
Animal Life:	4.00
Plant Life:	2.50
Facilities:	2.00
Solitude:	3.50
Roads:	4.00
*Site Average:	3.34

Average Enjoyment Level
Snorkel:	2.50
Beginner Scuba:	1.50
Intermediate Scuba:	3.00
Advanced Scuba:	4.00
Night diving Scuba:	3.00

Number of reviews for this site: 2

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Caspar Bay

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