Monterey Canyon

Monterey Canyon is a deep, V-shaped underwater canyon located off the coast of California, near Monterey. It extends about 95 miles from the continental shelf into the deep ocean, reaching depths of over 6,000 feet. Formed over millions of years by geological and sediment processes, it acts like a submarine canyon on the ocean floor. The canyon influences local ocean currents, fosters diverse marine life, and plays a key role in nutrient transport between the deep sea and surface waters. Its unique geology and ecosystems make it an important site for scientific research and marine conservation.