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Wreck AlleyWreck Alley consists of a group of artificial reefs 1.8
miles off the coastline of Pacific Beach. This recreational dive area has been
an ongoing project by the San Diego Diving Council and the California Department
of Fish and Game since 1986. Depths range from 65' to 100'. |
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HMCS Yukon:A 366' Canadian Destroyer
Escort, lies in 100 feet of water at a 90 degree angle Port side down. Extensive
preparation allows complete penetration of the ship. A detailed mapping system
is available through DCI. Sunk: July 2000. Skill: Advanced
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Ruby E:A 165' Coast Guard Cutter lies
upright in 85' of water. Completely blanketed with strawberry anemones, the ship
appears to be a float in a parade. Easy access for penetration. Sunk: July 1989 Skill:
Novice 10+ Cold Water Dives (See
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El Rey:This
110' kelp cutter lies in 90' of water. Although mostly collapsed, this site teams
with sea life. Little to no penetration. Sunk: 1986 Skill:
Novice 10+ Cold Water Dives (See
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NOSC Tower (Naval Electronics Lab):A
permanent fixture off the coast of San Diego, for 29 years, until a storm collapsed
the lab creating Wreck Alley's shallowest and most unusual dive site. At 60' this
site can be enjoyed by all. Collapsed: 1988 Skill: Beginner
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Ingraham Street Bridge:Old
pilings and pieces of roadway make this dive site an interesting habitat for divers
to enjoy a rich and abundant array of life. Deposited: 1985 Skill:
Beginner | |
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This remote group of 3 volcanic Islands abruptly rise from the
ocean floor 20 miles south of Mission Bay and just 4 miles south of the Mexican
Border. These islands are one of our most popular dive locations due to the islands
large sea lion and harbor seal colonies. Depths range from 20' to 120' with visibility
60' plus. No hunting or fishing is allowed. Skill: Novice
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Kelp BedsGlide
through the underwater forests of Point Loma and La Jolla in depths ranging from
20 to 80 feet. Large rocky reef bottoms covered by thick kelp canopies provide
homes for a wide variety of creatures. Skill: Novice
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La Jolla Cousteau Memorial:Located
in 40' of water, dive in giant kelp, lobsters, kelp fish, sea lions, dolphins
and occasional Blue Sharks. Skill: Beginner
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Scripps Canyon:Depths
can range from 60' to 120'+. Dive along the canyon wall with great opportunities
for micro photography. Skill: Advanced
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