Sand Beach Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

15Max dive depth

15.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

14.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

1.0–5.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Sand Beach is a scenic dive site located in Acadia National Park, Maine. Known for its beautiful sandy bottom and surrounding rocky formations, it offers divers a unique blend of marine life and picturesque views.

The dive typically involves exploring the sandy bottom and rocky outcrops, where divers can encounter various species of fish and invertebrates. The site is suitable for divers of all levels, with a gentle slope leading to deeper waters.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 14.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 1.0–5.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock gravel Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Capture the vibrant marine life and the contrast between the sandy bottom and rocky formations.

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