

Best for beginner divers, 10-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Baie des anémones in the Saguenay Fjord offers a diverse underwater environment featuring reef, wall, and drift topography. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths between 10 and 30 metres with visibility ranging from 5 to 15 metres. The site is accessible via a shore entry and is suitable for beginners, though the water is consistently cold, ranging from 0°C to 4°C. Marine life includes common sightings of lumpfish, shrimp, rock crab, orange sea cucumber, sea squirt, and dead man's fingers. Harbor seals, gray seals, Atlantic wolffish, and brittle stars are occasionally encountered. Facilities include air fills, changing rooms, gear storage, parking, rinse stations, and showers.
48.32073, -69.41166
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Située au 41, rue des Pilotes, Les Escoumins. Accès via un sentier aménagé.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
0-4°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Aug, Oct
Common species include lumpfish, shrimp, rock crab, orange sea cucumber, sea squirt, and dead man's fingers. You may also encounter harbor seals, gray seals, Atlantic wolffish, and various sea stars.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginners, though divers should be prepared for cold water conditions and mild currents.
The diving depth at Baie des anémones ranges from 10 to 30 metres.
This is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a high rating for the activity.
The best months for diving and snorkelling at this site are August and October.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Baie des anémones in Escoumins. Water temperatures reach up to 4°C.
Baie des anémones in Escoumins typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Baie des anémones in Escoumins typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.