

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Trunk Cay in Saint John offers accessible shore entry to a combination of natural and artificial reef structures. The site features shallow water ranging from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers can encounter French Angelfish, Spotted Moray, Great Barracuda, Nurse Shark, Wrasses, Stoplight Parrotfish, Striped Parrotfish, Blue Tang, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Flamingo Tongue, Rock Cod, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, Christmas Tree Worm, and Reef Squid. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 100 metres. Water temperatures remain warm between 27 and 30C. Be cautious of sharp coral edges and occasional jellyfish.
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Watch where you place your hands and feet as the reef and surrounding rocks have sharp edges that catch out beginners. Jellyfish move through periodically, so a thin rash vest is worth wearing even in the warm 27 to 30 degree water.
Located along North Shore Road (Route 20), approximately 2.5 miles from Cruz Bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
5-100m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Nov
Common sightings include wrasses, stoplight parrotfish, striped parrotfish, and blue tang. Less frequently, divers may encounter French angelfish, spotted moray, great barracuda, nurse shark, foureye butterfly fish, flamingo tongue, rock cod, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, Christmas tree worm, and reef squid.
Yes, the shallow depths of 1 to 5 metres and mild currents make this an accessible site for beginners.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Trunk Cay is a shore entry site located 200 metres from the beach.
Yes, the shallow, calm conditions are well-suited for both snorkelling and diving.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Trunk Cay in Cruz Bay. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Trunk Cay in Cruz Bay. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Trunk Cay in Cruz Bay are January, February, March, April, May, June, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Trunk Cay in Cruz Bay should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Trunk Cay in Cruz Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Trunk Cay in Cruz Bay typically ranges from 5 metres to 100 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.