Quick Answer:  Yes, it is legal to scatter ashes in the ocean in California and throughout the United States. However, you must follow specific federal EPA regulations and California state requirements. The key rules: you must scatter at least 3 nautical miles from shore, use only biodegradable materials, and obtain a California disposition permit. Federal EPA Regulations for Scattering Ashes at Sea The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates all burials at sea in U.S

If you’re interested in a beautiful location to honor your loved ones wishes to have their remains Scattered At Sea , you are not alone. Many families from a wide variety of locations think of Los Angeles as that location. While Long Beach and San Pedro Harbors come to mind, families soon find out that those are very large Commercial Ports, without options for an intimate, upscale, Ash Scattering At Sea Service . Most families find that Marina Del Rey Harbor , In the hear

If you're planning to scatter ashes at sea, a funeral home has probably offered to sell you a biodegradable urn for a substantial amount of money. While these urns sound perfect in theory - designed to float briefly before sinking or to sink immediately—the reality is very different. After conducting hundreds of ocean ash scattering ceremonies, we strongly recommend NOT purchasing biodegradable urns for sea burial.  Here's why. Why Biodegradable Urns Fail at Sea Biodegradable

Planning an ocean ash scattering ceremony in Los Angeles ? Understanding the process brings comfort during a difficult time. This guide walks you through every step, from arrival at Marina del Rey  to your return to harbor. How Long Does the Ceremony Take? Expect 2-3 hours total, based on the group size. . This includes 45 minutes traveling to the scattering location  (typically 3 miles off the Santa Monica Pier, but other locations available as well ), time for your ceremony

In Los Angeles County, California, there are several legal requirements that must be met in order to scatter ashes at sea. The first...

A burial at sea ceremony offers a serene and dignified way to say goodbye while celebrating a loved one’s life.