Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Knox County

The top 3 dive and snorkel sites in Knox County, ranked by diver reviews, with maps and photos. Read the Knox County guide

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Beauchamp Point

No reviews yetUSA, Maine

Air fills, rental gear, instruction available at dive shop(Johnson's sporting Goods) in Rockland, about 15 minutes away. The parking spot is at the 90 degree left turn of the road. Park on the right side. follow the trail down to the water. Be careful of the slippery rocks at low tide!

BeginnerMax depth 20 ftShore or Boat entry
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City Of Portland

No reviews yetUSA, Maine

The City of Portland hit the ledge and sank in 1884. The wreckage is scattered in the sandy bottom. Very cool dive. Easily accessed by local DC charter boat from Rockland or private vessel.

BeginnerMax depth 20 ftBoat entry
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Wreck of the Irvington

No reviews yetUSA, Maine

Sunk in 1914 during a storm, the Irvinton was a 140' long tug. Bow is intact. Currents can be strong, dive at slack tide. Can be accessed by private boat or charter(Maine Scuba Services) from Rockland. Wreck lays beside Northeast Pond ledge. Wreck is partialy buried in the sand. Wreck of the Irvington is also known as Irvington.

BeginnerMax depth 49.9 ftBoat entry
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Knox County diving guide

Ready to check out the best sites in Knox County for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 3 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.

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Are there dive shops in Knox County?

Zentacle lists 1 dive shop in Knox County. The top-rated is Johnson's Sporting Goods-Rockland (4.6 from 102 reviews).