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Cardiff Reef

California, United States
Depth
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39ft
Visibility
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33ft - 98ft
Entry
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shore
Experience Level
Beginner

About Cardiff Reef

This is a shallow reef situated just off Cardiff Beach. Its a beautiful reef covered in corals and surrounded by sand banks and kelp gardens. Here you will find marine life in abundance. Good for underwater photography.

Cardiff Reef Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Other, Reef
Entry Type:Shore
Max Depth:12m
Visibility Range:10m - 30m
Experience Level:Beginner
Best Gas:21% O2

Marine Life

  • Sand Bass
  • Leopard Sharks
  • Various
  • Bat Rays
  • Angel Sharks
  • Corbinas

Weather Conditions

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Dive Site Hazards

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Location

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