

Best for beginner divers, 5-6m, shore entry, strong current.
Beach 8th Street in the Long Island Sound offers a varied underwater environment featuring muck, artificial reef, and natural reef sections. Divers navigate between four dive cages connected by marked lines, reaching depths of 5 to 6 metres with an average of 4 metres. This shore entry site is suitable for beginners, though conditions require careful planning as currents can be strong and visibility fluctuates between 1 and 6 metres. Divers must use a dive flag and plan for high slack tide. Hazards include boat traffic, entanglement risks, and jellyfish. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets, with typical dives lasting 60 minutes.
40.59501, -73.74286
This is by far the best shore dive in and around this area, the dive includes Beach 6th to 9th Streets which has three Jetty systems and the Atlantic Beach Bridge.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-6m
Visibility
1-6m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
5-23°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jun, Sep
Yes, the site is rated for beginner skill levels.
The site reaches depths of 5 to 6 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres.
This is a shore entry dive site.
The best months for diving at this site are June and September.
Divers must use a dive flag and should only dive during high slack tide due to strong currents and boat traffic.
Diving at Beach 8th Street in Far Rockaway requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Beach 8th Street in Far Rockaway. Water temperatures range from 5°C to 23°C.
Beach 8th Street in Far Rockaway can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Beach 8th Street in Far Rockaway typically ranges from 1 metres to 6 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.