Crystal Clear Oceans in California?

Question

Where are some crystal clear waters in california for beach time? if any.

Answer 1

I mean if you wade along the shore you can see the sea urchins in northern californian beaches in tide pools but if you mean like skin diving I don't think so; the water is 55 and has lots of silt in it.

Answer 2

The Pacific Ocean along the California coast is not very clear compared with tropical waters.

The reason is very simple.  The coastal waters off California are cold because the current pattern brings water from Alaska south along the coast.  Cold water dissolves more oxygen than does warmer water.  Therefore, cold water supports more life than does warm water.  The turbidity of the coastal water is due to the number of small life forms in the water.

If you want crystal clear water, you must go to Hawaii or other tropical areas.