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Snorkeling and Scuba Diving at Monterey State Beach
Monterey State Beach (also called Del Monte, named after the adjacent road) is a perfect place for new divers. Restrooms, showers, and picnic areas make this a great place to spend the day. You may want to dive this site on a weekday, or arrive very early on a weekend. The parking can be almost impossible otherwise. Be prepared to spot octopus and flounder!
From Highway 1 in Monterey, take the Camino Aguajito exit North. You'll see the Park at the intersection of Del Monte Ave.
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Matt 5873
Jul 14, 2009, 12:00 AM
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My friend and I checked out the half-track and yacht wrecks and were pleasantly surprised by both the sea life and vegetation around the wrecks. The dive back to shore was also enjoyable as we saw sand dollars, an octopus, and a ray. I would recommend this dive. The shore entry is easy, the swim out to the wrecks isn't bad [300 yards], and the yacht is easy to find by the buoy attached to it.
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