

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Aboiteau Beach is a Blue Flag certified site located on the Kouchibouguac Coast, offering accessible shore entry for snorkellers. The site features shallow sandbars and tidal pools that reveal benthic life during low tide. Depths range from 1 to 5 metres, with an average of 3 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Water temperatures vary significantly throughout the year, reaching up to 20°C in August, which is noted as the warmest saltwater north of Virginia. Facilities at the beach include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and a cafe, alongside a local dive shop.
46.22510, -64.27480
Admission to the beach is free daily between 5 p.m. and midnight.
Located at 150 Parc Ln., Cap-Pelé, NB.
No known hazards
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
-1-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths, which average 3 metres, and mild currents.
The water depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Aboiteau Beach is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling, with a rating of 3 out of 5.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Aboiteau Beach (Plage de l'Aboiteau) in Cap-Pele. Water temperatures range from -1°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Aboiteau Beach (Plage de l'Aboiteau) in Cap-Pele are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Aboiteau Beach (Plage de l'Aboiteau) in Cap-Pele typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.