Pelican Rock is the most popular dive site in Cabo San Lucas. While often reached by a short boat ride, it is a shore-based rock formation featuring a dramatic sand fall that starts at 90 feet and drops into the deep canyon.
Difficulty
Beginner
Max Depth
27m
Type
Shore
Typical Visibility
12m
Conditions Summary
Best time today
2PM - 8PM
GREAT
Best day in forecast
Tomorrow
GREAT
2026-09-06
Community-reported visibility
n/a
Warnings for today
Elevated bacteria levels possible due to recent rainfall
Rain expected - bacteria levels may increase
South-facing site protected from the open Pacific by the Land's End cliffs. Can be affected by southerly swells.