Deadman's Reef, North Laguna Beach

Deadman's Reef, North Cresent Bay, North Laguna

Surf:  Mild...easy in, easy out

Swell:  Minimal

Surge:  Moderate in the shallows 20' and shallower

Viz:  10-15+ at depth

Max Depth:  56'

Bottom Time:  55"

Temp:  55 " Suunto

Dropped down early and took my usual 240' heading that put me right on Deadhenge that led the way to Deadman's Reef.  Nice to see quite a bit of life on Deadhenge including a JV Octopi.

Lots and lots of fish out and about.  I spotted something unusual...a Bright Yellow Black Eyed Goby!  Had never seen a yellow goby before.  Unfortunately, I didn't have my camera with me on this dive, so no pics.  Another unusual spotting was a tube anenome that was pale white with a bright orange center; also spotted a JV Moray covered in cleaner shrimp.  Abundance of Spanish Shawl's covered the reef along with a solo T. Fungina.

Spotted lots of divers at depth that I recognised:  Bijan, Alberto, Chris R., Marty, Rich, Erica, and Mark along with a few others that I don't know their names.  I followed for a bit, but then decided to explore the 'inner walls' Deadman's which was a wonderful delight.

Made it back to shore without incident.  Exited to excited swimmers that were brimming with all kinds of questions.  One swimmer was a former diver and stated that he was interested in getting re-certified.  Told him about the local shops in the area, Rich's group, as well as South Coast Divers.  WIth that, Rich exited the water...speak of the devil!

Great dive.  No troubles making my way down Coast Hwy.  My car wanted to turn in at Reef Point, for it was FLAT!!!  Tomorrow, perhaps....

If you want to dive, go and check it out for yourself.

Jan

12:31 PM - 9/1/2007 - post comment