

Best for advanced divers, shore & boat entry, strong current.
Cap-au-Saumon is a dramatic rocky headland located in the Saguenay Fjord near a historic lighthouse. The site features deep drop-offs and a wall topography that descends into the cold waters of the St. Lawrence. Divers should expect strong currents and water temperatures ranging from 0C to 11C, necessitating the use of drysuits or thick wetsuits. Due to the depth and current, this site is intended for advanced divers. Access is available via both shore and boat entries. Snorkelling is also possible at this location, which offers a rating of 4/5.
47.76911, -69.90667
It is preferable to have a SUV or 4x4 vehicle to access the Zec des Martres sector.
Access is managed by the Corporation du saumon de la Rivière Malbaie. Some sectors require registration and are located on private land belonging to Produits Forestiers Résolu, where visitors must be accompanied by authorized personnel.
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
0-11°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The site is characterised by deep drop-offs, though specific maximum depths are not provided.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of strong currents and deep water.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4/5.
Access to the water is possible via both shore and boat entries.
Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 0C in February to 11C in July and August, requiring appropriate thermal protection such as drysuits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Cap-au-Saumon in Saint-Simeon. Water temperatures reach up to 11°C.
The best months to visit Cap-au-Saumon in Saint-Simeon are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.