

Best for intermediate divers, 1-3m, shore entry, moderate current.
Sylvia Grinnell is located where the Sylvia Grinnell River meets the salt water of Frobisher Bay near Iqaluit. This site is suitable for intermediate snorkelers, offering an average depth of two metres with a range between one and three metres. Access is via the shore. Conditions are influenced by the cold Baffin Island Current, resulting in water temperatures that vary significantly throughout the year. Divers and snorkelers should be aware of the moderate currents and the hazards associated with cold water. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, a cafe, first aid, a dive shop, and boat charter services.
63.74810, -68.56450
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Depth
Up to 3m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
-2-1°C
Current
Moderate
No, this site is rated for intermediate snorkelers due to the presence of moderate currents and cold water conditions.
The depth at Sylvia Grinnell ranges from one to three metres, with an average depth of two metres.
Access to the water at Sylvia Grinnell is via the shore.
Water temperatures are cold, influenced by the Baffin Island Current. While monthly averages range from -2°C to 1°C, temperatures in the river can reach between 6.6°C and 15.9°C during August and September.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Sylvia Grinnell in Iqaluit. Water temperatures range from -2°C to 1°C.