

Best for beginner divers, 8m, boat entry, mild current.
Seal Rock is a shallow reef located in St. Margarets Bay, Canada, offering a consistent depth of 8 metres. This site is suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers, featuring mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The rocky reef structure supports temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of the region. Due to water temperatures fluctuating between 2 and 16 degrees Celsius, a drysuit or thick wetsuit with hood and gloves is required. Access to the site is by boat only. Divers should maintain buoyancy control to avoid contact with the sharp reef surfaces.
44.35873, -64.21125
Water temperatures can drop to 2 degrees Celsius, so a drysuit or a thick wetsuit with gloves and a hood is not optional here, even in summer. Access is by boat only, so arrange your charter in advance and confirm current local facilities before you travel.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
8m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
2-16°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
11 min
The reef structure supports temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of Nova Scotia waters.
Yes, the site is considered an approachable choice for newly certified open water divers due to the consistent 8-metre depth and mild currents.
The site sits at a consistent depth of 8 metres.
Seal Rock is accessible by boat only. You must arrange a charter in advance.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Seal Rock in Lunenburg requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Seal Rock in Lunenburg. Water temperatures range from 2°C to 16°C.
Seal Rock in Lunenburg typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Seal Rock in Lunenburg typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.