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Expected Depth <70 Feet | Seasonal Temp Range 28 - 55 'F

Hazards
Strong tidal current and commercial boat piers on either side of the site require a high level of attention.

Comments
We find this dive to be one of the most interesting in Maine. Not only do you get a picturesque drive through blueberry fields and quaint towns, but also an easy to find site with high critter diversity. We know of no other area of the coast where basket stars may be seen on a regular basis. In addition to the basket stars, expect to see animals present only at greater depths in Southern Maine: sun and badge stars, hake.

Directions
Interstate 95 North to Bangor route 395 to route 92. Follow Water St. into Eastport. Old Town Pier is across from the Police station.

Parking
Old Town Pier Parking Available on both sides of Me. Aqua Foods warehouse on the dirt. As this site is relatively lightly dived, parking is generally available. Entry/Exit Either side of the Me. Aqua Foods warehouse, though there's a wood ramp on the shore to the left.

Local Dive Shops
-Four Seasons Sport & Scuba,
104 Main St. Calais Me 04619

-Ocean Explorers,
HCR 35 Box 441 Walston Rd. Tenants Harbor, ME 04860

Gas / Service Stations
Intersection of route 92 and Water St.

Food
Happy Landings, Restaurant 35 Water St. Eastport

Dining
Schooner Dining Room, 47 Water St. Eastport

Accommodations
The Motel East, 23A Water St. Eastport ME 04631 (207) 853-4747

Alternative Activity
Calais Country Club, route 1 south Calais ME

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