Gordon's Rock
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All about Gordon's Rock dive site
Top-50 dive sites of the world
Hammerheads
Mobula Rays
Depth max
40 m
Diver level
Experienced
Visibility
to 20 m
Gordon Rocks, off Santa Cruz, is often described as high-energy diving: swirling water, shifting visibility, and the sense that anything can appear out of the blue. It’s a site where buoyancy control and calm drift skills tend to pay off
What to see
Hammerhead sharks are the main hope, with whitetip reef sharks and other shark species also possible. Green sea turtles, barracuda schools, spotted eagle rays, and mobula rays are frequently mentioned for the site
When To Go Diving
Water temperature
June to November is often considered the peak window for big-animal potential, with cooler water commonly around 16–24°C and more demanding conditions. The warmer season is typically around 20–26°C, and visibility can swing widely; 10–20 m is a common working range, with better days when plankton thins
