

Best for advanced divers, 20-33m, boat entry, strong current.
Sponge Forest is a deep-water reef located off Cape Ann, requiring boat access. The site sits at depths between 20 and 33 metres, with an average depth of 32 metres. Divers encounter strong currents and visibility reaching 30 metres. Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 5 to 16 degrees Celsius, with temperatures at depth rarely exceeding 10 degrees Celsius. Due to the depth, cold conditions, and potential for strong currents, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Hazards include boat traffic, entanglement risks, jellyfish, and sharks. Divers should use a drysuit and maintain strict buoyancy control while monitoring depth and current conditions closely.
42.32452, -70.29330
Strong currents at this site can shift quickly, so time your descent to coincide with slack water and confirm current conditions with your charter operator before you kit up. A drysuit and hood are practical necessities given water temperatures as low as 5 degrees Celsius, even in the warmer months.
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Depth
20-33m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
5-16°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the deep-water profile, strong currents, and cold temperatures.
The site ranges from 20 to 33 metres, with an average depth of 32 metres.
Sponge Forest is a boat-only dive site located approximately 33 kilometres from shore.
Divers must manage risks including strong currents, cold water, boat traffic, entanglement, and deep-water exposure. Use a line cutter and monitor depth closely.
A drysuit and hood are practical necessities to manage water temperatures that can drop to 5 degrees Celsius.
Diving at Sponge Forest in Northeast requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Sponge Forest in Northeast can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Sponge Forest in Northeast typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.