

Best for intermediate divers, 2-3m, shore entry, moderate current.
Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse Shore is a rugged reef site located directly below Canada's tallest lighthouse. This exposed location in the Gulf of St. Lawrence is suitable for intermediate snorkellers and requires calm conditions. The site features an average depth of 2 metres, with a range of 2 to 3 metres. Visibility varies between 5 and 15 metres. Due to the consistently cold water temperatures, which range from -1C to 16C, thick wetsuits or drysuits are necessary. Entry is from the shore, and users should be aware of moderate currents, surf, boat traffic, and potential entanglement hazards. Parking and guided tours are available at this location.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 3m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
-1-16°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate snorkellers due to its exposed nature, moderate currents, and surf conditions.
The site has an average depth of 2 metres, with a total depth range of 2 to 3 metres.
This is a shore entry site.
Divers and snorkellers should be cautious of boat traffic, cold water, entanglement, sharp coral, strong currents, and surf.
The water is consistently very cold, necessitating the use of thick wetsuits or drysuits.
Diving at Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse Shore in Cap-des-Rosiers requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Expect moderate currents at Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse Shore in Cap-des-Rosiers. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse Shore in Cap-des-Rosiers typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.