Dive Spot Catalina Island: Rock Quarry

by Scott Gietler

I visit some dive sites with high expectations. Some meet these expectations. Other dive sites don't have a big reputation, but they grow on me over time, eventually becoming one of my favorites. The Rock Quarry at Catalina Island falls into the latter category.

The Rock Quarry lies west of Long Point and Goat Harbor, but east of Sea Fan Grotto and Two Harbors. Because it is well protected, conditions are usually calm here. I like to divide this dive site up into three areas ... Read More

One of my favorite Catalina dive sites in large part due to the presence of the scythe butterflyfish, Scott. I've even filmed juveniles there indicating that they are breeding in our waters. I also found about a dozen Hopkins roses there on one dive. And then there's the great white that hangs out a bit offshore...