La Jolla Canyon
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Kelp beds on the outer edges of the slope are popular fishing spots and great for observing seals, dolphins, birds and fish. Beyond the slope the bottom takes a sudden and 500-foot (150 m)-deep plunge into the La Jolla Canyon. The canyon reaches depths of 600 feet (180 m) within the park.
Rockfish or two, or completely amazing when you see fleets of bat rays, millions of market squid, swarms of jellyfish or salp chains that float in, sea lions, bait balls, etc.
Dive Activity & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Crab
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#2
Octopus
39
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#3
Spiny Lobster
27
Total Sightings
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M
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#4
Lobster
19
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#5
Stingrays
17
Total Sightings
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#6
Nudibranch
16
Total Sightings
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M
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#7
Sea Lion
15
Total Sightings
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M
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M
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N
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#8
Garibaldi Damselfish
7
Total Sightings
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M
A
M
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N
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#9
Shrimp
7
Total Sightings
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M
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#10
Seal
4
Total Sightings
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