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When most people think of USA snorkelling destinations, they tend to imagine Florida and not California. They’re missing out! California is home to a huge number of diverse marine life, and snorkeling the waters to get up close and personal with the nature here is easy. Best of all, you won’t have to share the waters with as many other snorkellers as you would in Florida, making for some primo underwater photography.
We’ve gotta mention one thing that stands out amongst the majority of other tropical snorkelling destinations in this list – Californian waters are cold. The warmest waters you’ll find will be around 20℃, so make sure to bring along a wetsuit before you hit up these destinations!
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Best places to snorkel in California
Catalina Island
Where: 35km off the coast of Newport Beach
Details: This remote island is a snorkel destination that’s all scenery and no crowds. You’ll have to charter a boat to reach the island, but once there, you can enjoy warmer waters with better visibility (up to 25 metres), more active sea life (including tuna, eels, horn sharks and giant sea bass), and even a bit of coral life.
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Channel Islands
Where: Santa Barbara
Details: This Marine Park has five different islands to explore, offering up some of the world’s best snorkelling (according to Gone Snorkelling). There are kelp forests, coves, sea caves, and so much to see and explore in this stunning part of California. With the perfect balance of tropical and cold water snorkelling, the abundance of sea life here is exceptional. Definitely a unique spot worth visiting!
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Laguna Beach
Where: Orange County
Details: Laguna Beach is famous for many things, and snorkelling is just another one. There are a few different spots to check out here, all with crystal clear waters and something for everyone. Check out the tide pools at Heisler Park Eco Reserve for pristine snorkeling conditions, Fisherman’s Cove for shallow snorkeling that’s great for beginners and kids, and Divers Cove for advanced snorkelers who want to swim amongst rock features in deep waters.
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Lake Tahoe
Where: Sierra Nevada Mountains
Details: Who said you had to hit the ocean to go snorkelling? Lake Tahoe is one of the most beautiful places in America and well worth a visit whether you’re snorkelling or not. When we say this water is clear, we mean it – you can see the ground even up to 25 metres deep. There are beaches, rocky boulders, private swimming holes, alpine lakes, and even nudist spots! Just be warned, it’s a bit cold for a nudie.
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There are all different blues in the water, sunken tree trunks, huge boulders, and more.
The answer is: too many! Traditional snorkel masks can be uncomfortable and scary for many people, so the beauty of snorkelling goes undiscovered and unexperienced. Whether it's breathing difficulties, choking on sea water, or foggy goggles, there's a lot that prevents people from enjoying the wonderful sport of snorkelling. And that thought makes us sad.
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