St. Ann's Beach

Maine
USA East
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There are pieces of two wrecks at this site from the Empress and the Lively Lady. There is also a diverse underwater landscape, as well. We'd recommend a guide for your first visit here, as you will want to explore outside the cove and find the best places to search for 'treasure'. The surge can be a problem here, so be careful with your entry and exit.

Directions: Located in scenic Kennebunk Port, this site is directly to the left of St. Ann's church. Driving through Kennebunk Port on Rt. 9, turn South on Ocean Ave and drive for about 1.4 miles. Turn right onto a small dirt road, where you'll find limited parking at the base of the cove. There is also parking a bit further down the road.

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08/23/2006 Marke Englert (Avg: 3.22 Review) - I dove this site now 8 times last year and this year. I'm from Vermont and I've always linked up with some Maine divers to enjoy this site. It is one of the best in Southern Maine for plant life. Bring the camera, too, as you'll get some animal life, as well.

08/10/2006 Anonymous (Avg: 3.27 Review) - There's a lot of surge on rough days, but the high tide helps.

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Entrance
Map Sat
GPS: ME0701
N43°20.5991'
W070°28.2554'

This is a look at the small driveway to the parking. The steeple of St. Ann's is above the tree tops in the back ground.

Parking
Map Sat
GPS: ME0702
N43°20.5804'
W070°28.2802'

The parking is well packed gravel. The mound of dirt at the entrance is temporary. At the time of this writing, a seawall further down the road was almost complete with a set of stairs down to the water.

Overview
Map Sat
GPS: ME0703
N43°20.5804'
W070°28.2802'

The cove on this day was perfect for diving. There is plenty to explore close to the shores, but the real joy is further out. Remember that you are in a residential area, so be mindful that you are representing 'all scuba divers' by your actions.

Last Verification: November, 2003

Diver Averages for St. Ann's Beach (1=worst, 5=best)

Average Site Condition
Ease of Shore Entry:	3.00
Bottom Conditions:	4.50
Reef Conditions:	3.50
Animal Life:	3.00
Plant Life:	3.50
Facilities:	1.00
Solitude:	3.50
Roads:	2.50
*Site Average:	3.24

Average Enjoyment Level
Snorkel:	2.50
Beginner Scuba:	4.50
Intermediate Scuba:	4.50
Advanced Scuba:	4.50
Night diving Scuba:	2.00

Number of reviews for this site: 2

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St. Ann's Beach

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