Murray Point is a shallow shore-entry reef dive located in the Magdalen Islands, Canada. The site features depths ranging from 6 to 1 metre, providing a suitable environment for beginners. Divers can expect visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Conditions vary, with water temperatures fluctuating from 0 to 20 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Strong currents are common, so planning dives around slack water is recommended. The site supports a variety of temperate marine life, including various reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Divers should scout entry points from the shore before entering the water.

Englishtown offers a combination of kelp forest and shallow reef diving in the Magdalen Islands. The site ranges from 1 to 9 metres in depth and features consistent visibility of 30 metres. Divers should be prepared for strong tidal flows and rip currents, making it essential to consult tide tables and aim for slack water. Shore entry is standard, and the site is suitable for intermediate divers. The kelp forest provides complex structure, while the reef requires careful navigation to avoid contact with the substrate. Due to active boat traffic, the use of a surface marker buoy is mandatory throughout the dive. Toilets are available at the site.

Ingonish Beach features a submerged rock formation directly in front of the boardwalk that functions as a mini-reef. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and snorkellers, with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres and an average of 3 metres. Access is via the shore, though users should be aware of strong currents and surf conditions. Water temperatures vary significantly throughout the year, reaching up to 20C in August and dropping to near freezing in winter months, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a cafe, and a rinse station.

Black Brook Cove is a unique snorkel site in the Magdalen Islands where a freshwater waterfall flows directly into the marine environment. Snorkellers can explore the mixing zone, or halocline, created by the freshwater inflow meeting the sea. The underwater topography consists of granite boulders lining the edge of the cove. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from -1C in March to 19C in August. This site is best suited for intermediate snorkellers due to the variable conditions. The habitat supports a variety of temperate marine life, including diverse reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.