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La Jolla Cove, United States · OpenDive Atlas

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La Jolla Cove

California — San Diego, United States

ShoreReefBeginnerUnverified starter entry

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An ecological reserve with garibaldi, leopard sharks in summer and kelp.

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Location: California — San Diego, United States
Coordinates: 32.8500° N, 117.2700° W
Dive type: Shore, Reef
Experience level: Beginner
Visibility: 5–15 m
Water temperature: 14–22 °C
Maximum depth: 20 m
Typical current: Mild

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