Snorkeling Spots
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Arashi Beach:
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Furthest beach north, just south of the CA Lighthouse
This is a large beach with lots of room to snorkel. Careful of the current as you go further out and to the north. Bring water shoes here, can be rocky at times!
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Boca Catalina:
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This beach is located just south of Arashi about 2 blocks. All the snorkel boats anchor off here every morning! Bring water shoes here. can be rock at certain entrance points!
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Tres Trapi/Malmok Beaches:
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These beaches are located just south of Boca Catalina in Malmok. These beaches are PERFECT for snorkeling. Bring water shoes here!
PRO TIP:
The best chance of seeing Sea Turtles is earlier in the morning! Find the sea grass, about 100 yards out! New ropes were added and you need to now swim past the ropes!
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Mangel Halto:
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Located in the Pos Chiquito area further south on the Island on your way to San Nicolas and Baby Beach. This beach is popular with locals and snorkelers. It is surrounded by mangroves, a dock & hidden staircases into the water. Swim toward the breaker and you will find a reef with a diversity of fish!
PRO TIP:
Current can get strong here, especially if you're further out. Best to stay closer to shore if you are not a strong swimmer. If you are a beginner, snorkel in the shallows to the right and left of the dock
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Baby Beach:
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Located on the southern tip of the Island in San Nicolas. This glorious beach is protected by a man-made breakwater and water is clear, calm and shallow to waist deep. Great for kids. Off to the left is another area protected by rocks you can snorkel in!
Stay away from the opening into the ocean tho as currents are very strong and water gets very deep!
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