Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Two Harbors

The top 42 dive and snorkel sites in Two Harbors, ranked by diver reviews, with maps and photos. Read the Two Harbors guide

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Emerald Bay

4.7(3 reviews)USA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

NE from Two Harbors.

AdvancedMax depth 49.2 ftBoat entry
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Cape Cortes

5.0(1 review)USA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Rays, kelp, gorgonians, Horn Sharks West of Cat Harbor

BeginnerMax depth 65.6 ftBoat entry
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Eagle Rock

3.0(4 reviews)USA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Kelp, big fish, sea lions and lobster Backside west of Cat Harbor

BeginnerMax depth 72.2 ftBoat entry
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Pebbly Beach

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Mantis shrimp can be found here! Southeast of Arrow Point

BeginnerMax depth 42.7 ftBoat entry
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Bird Rock Wall

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Off NW corner of Bird Rock. Located in Isthmus Cove on the frontside of Catalina Island.

BeginnerMax depth 49.2 ftBoat entry
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Coral Gardens

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, San Clemente Island

Great spot for Purple Coral in abundance. Kelp forrest Northern End of San Clemente Island

BeginnerMax depth 49.2 ftBoat entry
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Fishermans Cove

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

This site is in a State of California Marine Reserve, anchoring is prohibited and ALL marine life is protected. Dives in the cove range from 30M+ walls to 3M rocky reefs. The cove is managed for the state by the USC/Wrigley Marine Science Center. It is heavily instrumented, with numerous scientific experiments anchored to the bottom. Please don't disturb! Sandy bottom Halibut, Rays and sand sharks Western Side of Ismus Cove Fishermans Cove is also known as Fisherman's Cove.

BeginnerMax depth 29.5 ftShore or Boat entry
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Harbor Reefs

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Calm spot inside Ismus Cove with kelp and fish. I found an old anchor there but ran out of air and tanks and could not get it... Southwest of Bird Rock

BeginnerMax depth 49.2 ftBoat entry
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Farnsworth Bank

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Great reef dive, purple coral and many fish Western side of Catalina Island

IntermediateMax depth 82 ftBoat entry
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Sutil Island

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Santa Barbara Island

Sea Lions, kelp and fish, a beautiful place to dive 20 Miles west of Catalina Island

BeginnerMax depth 65.6 ftBoat entry
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Lobster Bay

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Kelp and fish. Just outside Cat harbor. West End Catalina

BeginnerMax depth 55.8 ftBoat entry
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Black Point

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Kelp, sand and all the fish you want West of Ismus Cove

BeginnerMax depth 29.9 ftBoat entry
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Crane Point

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Lobsters and Kelp with Calico Bass and Garabaldi Just West of Ismus Cove

BeginnerMax depth 32.8 ftBoat entry
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Rock Quarry

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Kelp with Calico Bass and Garabaldi. Rays in the sand Rock Quarry

BeginnerMax depth 26.2 ftBoat entry
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Sea Fan Grottos

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

gorgonians and kelp with Calico bass Garabaldi and others. occasional Sea Lions.

BeginnerMax depth 39.4 ftBoat entry
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Big Geiger Cove

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Sandy bottom and kelp in the rocks West of Ismus Cove Big Geiger Cove is also known as Geiger Cove.

BeginnerMax depth 13.1 ftBoat entry
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Sentinel Point

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Kelp and sank. some pelagics. Lobster Around the backside from Avalon Sentinel Point is also known as Sentinel Pt..

BeginnerMax depth 49.2 ftBoat entry
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Ben Weston Point

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Great night diving for lobster Backside from Avalon Ben Weston Point is also known as Ben Weston Pt..

BeginnerMax depth 65.6 ftBoat entry
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Johnsons Rock

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Catalina Island

Kelp forrests and sharks West of Ismus Cove Johnsons Rock is also known as Johnson's Rock.

BeginnerMax depth 82 ftBoat entry
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the Rookery

No reviews yetUSA, California, LA County, Santa Barbara Island

Sea Lions everywhere 19 miles west of Catalina Island the Rookery is also known as Rookery.

BeginnerMax depth 26.2 ftBoat entry
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3.7 (41) · Catalina Island
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Two Harbors diving guide

Ready to check out the best sites in Two Harbors for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 42 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best dive and snorkel sites in Two Harbors?

Based on Zentacle reviews, the top-rated sites in Two Harbors are Emerald Bay (4.7 from 3 reviews), Cape Cortes (5.0 from 1 review) and Eagle Rock (3.0 from 4 reviews).

Where is the best snorkeling for beginners in Two Harbors?

The top-rated beginner sites are Cape Cortes (5.0 from 1 review) and Eagle Rock (3.0 from 4 reviews).

What is the best advanced dive in Two Harbors?

Emerald Bay (4.7 from 3 reviews), reached by boat, with a maximum depth of 49.2 ft.

Are there dive shops in Two Harbors?

Zentacle lists 1 dive shop in Two Harbors. The top-rated is Two Harbors Dive & Recreation Center (3.7 from 41 reviews).