Every winter I have the opportunity that only a few lucky other divers get to experience. When the Sea lions congregate at Race Rocks, it is one of those magical times that every diver should have the opportunity to experience. Diving with these huge beasts parallels jumping in the water with other enchanting ocean inhabitants such as whale sharks in Roatan, turtles and dolphins in Hawaii, hammerheads in the Galapagos, and the sardine run in South Africa. These fun loving, and very curious creatures amaze and entertain new and experienced divers alike, while soaring through the water with the greatest of ease. Every diver has a bucket list: you know the one, that list of all the places you want to dive or all the creatures you want to see before you stop diving. Race Rocks when the Sea lions are present needs to be on that list. For me, it’s just a short boat ride away. For the rest of you it may be a little further, but it is truly worth the journey.
The Sea lions generally stay around Race Rocks from early November through to mid February. The photographic opportunities are endless and the reefs and wrecks around Race Rocks are worth checking out if you tire of the Sea lions. Stellar and California Sea lions, as well as Harbour and Elephant Seals all inhabit the rocks in the area. Remember, Race Rocks is a marine park so please be respectful of all the creatures.
Scott
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