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Pemaquid Beach

Pemaquid Beach

Maine, United States

Depth
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8m

Visibility
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9m - 27m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Experienced

Pemaquid Beach

Maine, United States

Pemaquid Beach
Depth
Depth Icon

8m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

9m - 27m

Entry
Shore Entry Icon

Shore

Experience Level

Experienced


About Pemaquid Beach

Pemaquid Beach can be found in the town of Bristiol, Pemaquid Peninsula. Access is very simple via a sandy beach. There is a admission fee as it is a park. Amenities include showers and a snack bar. Depths average around 20 feet and a mainly sandy floor is also available. Directions are as follow: From Route 1, take 130 South. Once at New Harbor, turn right and procede to follow the signs directing you to Pemaquid Beach.

Pemaquid Beach Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Rock

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

8m

Visibility Range

9m 27m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas Mix

21%

O2

6% at 6m / 36%

O2
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Dive Site Hazards

  • Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.

  • Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.

  • Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

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