Dive· San Carlos (Sonora)· Mexico
Caleta Lalo Dive (San Carlos)
27° 56.3′ N · 111° 5.4′ W · approximate
Lalo Cove, one of the named local dive sites along the rugged coast west of Marina San Carlos, where reefs, cracks and archways sit in 10-65 ft close to the bay.
Practical
Coordinate is the Caleta Lalo anchorage position (Online Cruising Guide) — the dive sites are along the cove's rocky sides. Wikipedia lists Lalo Cove among San Carlos dive sites. Gary's Dive Shop runs local two-tank trips (8 am and 1:30 pm departures; reefs, cracks, crevices and underwater archways in 10-65 ft) — posted price USD 122.97 plus IVA for two tanks, USD 174.97 with divemaster (2026 site). Clear visible rocks off the east headland; west side is rocky. Visibility over 100 ft is common in the area (Wikipedia). Busy local swimming beach on weekends — watch for swimmers.
Best for
Easy shore-side reef dive from San Carlos