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Back Beach

Back Beach

Massachusetts, United States

Depth
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16m

Visibility
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Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

Back Beach

Massachusetts, United States

Back Beach
Depth
Depth Icon

16m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

- - -

Entry
Shore Entry Icon

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner


About Back Beach

Back Beach is an incredibly easy and simple dive site yet still is entertaining for experienced divers. During a night dive one can see squid frolicking in the water. The parking area is very close to the entry point Directions are as follows At the intersection of SR 127 and SR127A in Rockport (NE Cape Ann), turn South on SR 127A (Beach Street) and carry on until entering Rockport. In .2 miles, Back Beach will be on your left.

Back Beach Dive Info

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Other

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

16m

Visibility Range

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 54%

O2

11% at 14m / 36%

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  • Squid
  • Various
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There are no specific hazards listed for this site, but that doesn’t mean it’s hazard-free. Check with a local guide or dive centre before diving.

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