Burns Point

Sheltered wall dive with boulder fields and macro life.

Shore Access
15m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located at 151 West Dover Branch Road, West Dover. Burns Point offers a relatively sheltered diving experience with a moderate hike to access the site. The best time to dive here is during high tide when entry is easier, though there are two possible entry points. The dive area features a substantial wall that’s easy to navigate and provides opportunities for exploration. The channel leading to the sheltering islands descends to 65 feet with a gravel bottom, while the shoreline drops dramatically into depths exceeding 30 feet. Expect boulder fields with interesting marine life scattered throughout. Allow approximately 80 minutes if you plan to explore around the island; its depth on the opposite side is around 15 feet. Marine life observed includes nudibranchs, cunners, lobster, gooseberrys, starfish, and jellyfish – seasonal variations are common. Certification Level: Open Water - Easy Dive, Challenging Entry/Exit.
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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

wall dive

Marine Life

nudibranchcunnerlobstergooseberrystarfishjellyfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

The dive itself is easy, but entry and exit from shore are challenging.

Hazards:
challenging entry/exitcold water
Current Strength:

Mild

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