

Best for beginner divers, shore entry.
Champlain Beach, located on the Gaspé Peninsula near Baie-Comeau, offers a shore-entry snorkeling experience suitable for beginners. The site is characterized by shallow sandy bottoms and shell beds, with a notable sandbar that becomes accessible at low tide. Water temperatures are extremely cold throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 14°C, and require specialized thermal protection such as a drysuit for safety. Conditions at this site are subject to variation, with low visibility often present. Parking facilities are available for visitors. Due to the challenging water temperatures and limited visibility, this site is rated 2/5 for snorkeling.
49.21450, -68.13450
Divers wishing to dive a location listed as Advanced must be Advanced certified and have logged cold water experience and have their own lights.
Dive One Charters pick up locations are home based out of Burlington Vt. with other locations like Plattsburgh Ny. or Mallets Bay Vt. available upon request.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
-1-14°C
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners looking to explore shallow sandy bottoms and shell beds.
Yes, the site is used for snorkeling, though it is rated 2/5 due to cold water and low visibility.
Access to the water is via a shore entry.
The water is extremely cold year-round, ranging from -1°C to 14°C, and requires specialized thermal protection like a drysuit.
The primary hazards at this site are the extremely cold water temperatures and low visibility.
Diving at Champlain Beach in Baie-Comeau requires the following certifications: Basic Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Champlain Beach in Baie-Comeau. Water temperatures range from -1°C to 14°C.
The best months to visit Champlain Beach in Baie-Comeau are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.