Diving and Snorkeling

The Casino Point Underwater Park, with its handful of wrecks and ample sea life, is best suited for diving. Lover’s Cove is better for snorkeling (but you’ll share the area with glass-bottom boats). Both are protected marine preserves.

Catalina Divers Supply. Head to Catalina Divers Supply to rent equipment, sign up for guided scuba and snorkel tours, and attend certification classes. It also has an outpost at the Dive Park at Casino Point and one on the Green Pleasure Pier. Both offer gear rental and tank air fills. 1 Casino Way, Avalon, California, 90704. 310/510–0330; www.catalinadiverssupply.com.