Best for advanced divers, Up to 30m, shore entry, moderate current.
Chamber Cove in Newfoundland is a challenging shore dive site featuring a wreck and rocky reef topography. Divers encounter steep cliffs and rocky gullies adorned with cold-water corals and sponges. The site reaches depths of 30 metres and is subject to moderate currents, surf, and cold water temperatures ranging from 1 to 10 degrees Celsius. Due to the presence of a wreck, overhead environments and entanglement hazards exist. This site is suitable for advanced divers only. Snorkelling is possible with a rating of 4 out of 5. The habitat supports various cold-water marine life, including invertebrates and fish typical of the region.
46.88450, -55.42250
Artifacts from the USS Truxtun and USS Pollux are displayed at the St. Lawrence Miner's Memorial Museum.
The site is located off the coast of St. Lawrence on the Burin Peninsula. The USS Truxtun site is in Chamber Cove, and the USS Pollux site is at Lawn Head Point.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
1-10°C
Current
Moderate
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The site supports a variety of cold-water marine life, including invertebrates and fish species typical of the Newfoundland region.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, cold water, currents, and overhead environment hazards.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 30 metres.
Chamber Cove is accessed via a shore entry.
Yes, Chamber Cove has a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Diving at Chamber Cove in St. Lawrence requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Chamber Cove in St. Lawrence. Water temperatures range from 1°C to 10°C.
Expect moderate currents at Chamber Cove in St. Lawrence. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
