

Best for advanced divers, 1-5m, shore entry, moderate current.
The Mackenzie River East Channel at the Inuvik town dock is an artificial site primarily used for brief summer dips. Snorkelling conditions are challenging due to high silt content, which frequently limits visibility to less than 30 centimetres. The site features depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres, with an average of 3 metres. Access is via a shore entry. Due to extremely cold water temperatures, strong currents, and low visibility, this site is suitable only for advanced snorkellers and requires caution regarding entanglement hazards. Typical sessions are short, lasting approximately 15 minutes.
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Depth
Up to 5m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
15 min
No, this site is intended for advanced snorkellers due to the combination of strong currents, low visibility, and extremely cold water.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore entry site.
Hazards include extremely cold water, strong currents, low visibility, and the risk of entanglement.
Expect moderate currents at Mackenzie River East Channel (Town Dock) in Inuvik. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.