Catalina Island, located off the coast of Southern California, is renowned for its exceptional scuba diving opportunities. Recently named the best diving destination in the United States by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), it offers vibrant marine life, unique wreck dives, and impressive kelp forests. The island's underwater landscape was popularized by Jacques Cousteau, who advocated for marine conservation. One of the most notable dive sites is Casino Point, the first nonprofit underwater park in the U.S., which contributes to a safe habitat for diverse marine species and enhances the diving experience.
At nearly 250 pounds, the critically endangered fish is drifting effortlessly in its natural realm.
Catalina has earned its reputation as a diver's dream, thanks to the vibrant marine life, unique wreck dives, and majestic kelp forests.
Cousteau's internationally renowned documentary about Catalina put it on the map, so he is fittingly honored by a plaque 40-feet below the surface.
Casino Point, one of the island's most popular dive sites, is the first nonprofit underwater park in the country.
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