Burnham Rocks Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

2.0–6.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Burnham Rocks is a popular dive site located off the coast of Cape Ann in Massachusetts. Known for its diverse marine life and interesting underwater topography, it attracts divers looking to explore rocky reefs and kelp forests.

Diving at Burnham Rocks typically involves navigating around submerged rocks and boulders, with opportunities to see various fish species, invertebrates, and possibly seals. The site is suitable for divers with some experience due to the rocky terrain.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 2.0–6.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand kelp Suggest edit

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