Butterfly House

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This public beach is named for the distinctive building next door to the south. Find it by driving to the intersection of Scenic Road and Stewart Way.

Quick Info

Butterfly House

Coordinates	36.541615, -121.932786
Depth	50ft
Skill Level	Beginner
Access Method	Surface swim, kayak
Protection Status	Carmel Bay State Marine Conservation Area Recreational fishing permitted

Attractions & Wildlife

See what species were observed by visitors to Carmel Bay State Marine Conservation Area via iNaturalist.

Access

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Skill Level & Hazards

I had a bit of trouble getting down to the beach, the trail is a bit steep in full gear and slippery tree roots made the descent trickier than I like. I recommend you take your gear down in stages, tank first. The younger, fitter divers didn't have as much trouble as I did. You'll also need to take care that the gulls don't pilfer your things. Don't leave anything on the beach that they can lift or drag off. There was a bit of surge getting in on the particular day I went, but nothing hazardous. I would not take a new diver here or anyone who wasn't a strong swimmer, as there was no indication on the surface that there was surge below.

Nearest Emergency Medical Facilities

Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula 23625 pacific Grove-Carmel Hwy, Monterey

EMS activation by boat: Notify Coast Guard boat crew on channel 16 or call 911. Patient transfer at Fuel Dock or at sea.