Great Egg Rock Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

3.0–7.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Great Egg Rock is a popular dive site located off the coast of Cape Ann, Massachusetts. Known for its diverse marine life and rocky underwater topography, it offers a unique diving experience for divers of various skill levels.

Diving at Great Egg Rock typically involves exploring rocky reefs and kelp forests, with opportunities to see a variety of fish species, crustaceans, and other marine life. The site features both shallow areas and deeper sections, making it suitable for different dive profiles.

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): 3.0–7.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Best lighting during mid-morning, focus on marine life and kelp formations.

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