Diving Catalina Island

[Warren_L]

Since you're not from the area, it may be better just to rent one of the 2 wheeler carts from CDS on the pier rather than buying one and bringing it with you, depending on the cost of course. It is a bit of a hike from the pier to the dive park especially with full gear and a couple of tanks.

 

[jdf]

Thanks for the tips! We are flying in from Reno to LAX, then taking the Catalina Express, so I think we'll just rent a cart. Great tip on the tides-hadn't thought of that. Other questions: How deep is the Valiant? We have one low experienced person and the rest of us would love to dive on it. and... Do we need to make reservations at the Landing? Not sure what time we'll be done diving but it sounds like a great place to celebrate our friend's 20th Anniversary!

Another thing--All you So. Cal divers are so nice to give us all the local information. We REALLY appreciate it. If you ever get to Tahoe for some high altitude diving, look us up!

 

[jlyle]

The Valiant lies in 70 feet of water at the stern and 100 feet at the bow.

 

[drbill]

It is not always possible to get permits to dive the Valiant from the Avalon Harbormaster. This is especially true on weekends and during the summer. You could give them a call (310-510-0535).

Dr. Bill

 

[fdog]

My wife and I can't say thank you enough to the SoCal board members who threw tips and local knowledge our way.

Our trip to Catalina had awesome weather, great conditions, and was a wonderful introduction to cold water for our friends. They had an equally good time, and a memorable aniversary.

What a pleasure to have support and friendly advice from folks we haven't even met! Thank you!

All the best, James Flenner

 

[jlyle]

More, we want to hear more! How about a mini trip report?

 

[JMD123]

your going to love it. Thats all I have to say.