Stage Fort Park - Gloucester
Accessible, shallow beginner dive with easy shore entry.
Shore Access
5m Avg Depth
8m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, located within Gloucester Harbor, offers a convenient and accessible experience for beginners. The entry is easy from the beach, and facilities such as parking, food services, and restrooms are readily available. It’s characterized by shallow waters with a sandy bottom interspersed with seagrass beds and rocky coves. Diving here can be somewhat limited in visibility due to boat traffic, so it's crucial to use a dive flag for safety. The site has historical significance as Stage Fort Park.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
beginner friendlyshore divemacro photographytraining site
Marine Life
Winter flounderRock crabSea starSculpinAmerican lobster
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow depth, easy beach entry, and convenient facilities make it ideal for new divers.
Hazards:
boat trafficlow visibilitycold water
Current Strength:
Mild

