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Orchard Beach (A/k/a Captain Mike's Beach)

New York City, United States
★ 2.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Shallow training site perfect for Northeast diving skills.

Shore Access
1m Avg Depth
2m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is an excellent location for divers seeking to develop their skills and become comfortable with diving in the northeastern region. It offers a supportive environment for progressing through various stages of underwater exploration. The area’s characteristics make it suitable for those looking to build confidence while exploring the underwater world.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Poor
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Poor
Water Visibility Fair Viz
Famousness Local Secret

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

StarfishSpider crabHorse Shoe CrabWrasseHermit CrabTautogAmerican EelCrabsFlying Gurnard

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Extremely shallow depth (2m) and easy access make it ideal for new divers and skill development.

Hazards:
poor visibilityboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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