Monterey State Beach (also called Del Monte, named after the adjacent road) is a perfect place for new divers.  Restrooms, showers, and picnic areas make this a great place to spend the day.  You may want to dive this site on a weekday, or arrive very early on a weekend.  The parking can be almost impossible otherwise.  Be prepared to spot octopus and flounder!

From Highway 1 in Monterey, take the Camino Aguajito exit North.  You'll see the Park at the intersection of Del Monte Ave.

Monterey State Beach

Easy, sandy bottom dive. Stays shallow for quite a while, but in 25' of water you can dive the sunken sailboat.

Tom Eloph's Dive Log

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