Posted by: Sandy Steinman | April 21, 2025

A Deep Dive into Monterey Canyon, California’s Great Abyss 

California Curated writes about Monterey Canyon

Monterey Canyon, often called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, is one of the largest and most fascinating submarine canyons in the world. Stretching over 95 miles from the coast of Monterey, California, and plunging to depths exceeding 3,600 meters (11,800 feet), this underwater marvel rivals its terrestrial counterpart in size and grandeur. Beneath the surface of Monterey Bay, the canyon is a hotspot of geological, biological, and scientific exploration, offering a window into Earth’s dynamic processes and the mysterious ecosystems of the deep sea.

Read story at  A Deep Dive into Monterey Canyon, California’s Great Abyss – California Curated


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