Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in York County

The top 9 dive and snorkel sites in York County, ranked by diver reviews, with maps and photos. Read the York County guide

dive sites: 9
dive shop: 1
reviews: 39

AreasKittery4 Biddeford2 York2 Wells1

9 sites, ranked by diver reviews

Biddeford Pool

5.0(7 reviews)Maine, USA East

During proper weather conditions, this is a pleasant area to dive and explore. All the sea life you would expect should be here. Beginners will enjoy the easy entry and relative shallows, while the advanced divers of your group will desire to explore beyond outer rocks. From Kennybunk Port, you can take Rt. 9 North for about 9.3 miles. Turn right onto Bridge Road, and then in another mile, left on Mile Stretch Rd, bear right on Orcutt Blvd, and go to the end. You can also take Rt. 208 East (Pool Road) out of Biddford for about 5.5 miles, bearing left onto Bridge Road, then left onto Mile Stretch Rd., bear right on Orcutt Blvd, and go to the end.

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Wells Beach

5.0(3 reviews)Maine, USA East

For an easy sandy entry, try Wells Beach. This intermediate dive offers a view of the typical critters found in this area: lobster, crab, and flounder. A dive flag is required in this area since boats are plentiful. At about 4 miles North of Ogunquit on Route 1, turn right onto Mile Rd. Go about 1 mile to the end, where you will find parking. Park next to the benches, since that is the closest to the stairs to the beach.

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Fort Foster

4.8(6 reviews)Maine, USA East

Fort Foster was an active military site from 1873 to 1948. The grounds are easily accessible during season, but are quite a hike when the gates are closed. You can get more information here: Fort Foster gate house (207)439-2182 or Kittery Recreation Department (207)439-3800. Fees are $10.00 per car, $5.00 per person for pedestrians. Fort Foster is open 7 days a week between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and on weekends in May and September. The hours of operation are from 10:00am-8:00pm or dusk. Pedestrians can come to the park as early as 8:00am, free of charge. Rocky Beach is the area for scuba diving, while Pier beach offers restrooms and picnic tables. At the Southeastern most point of Maine, you'll find Kittery. From Route 1, head East on 103 for 3.4 miles. Carefully follow the signs for 103, as Walker St. becomes Wentworth St. which becomes Whipple Rd. which becomes Pepperrell Rd. You'll pass Fort McClary along the way. At 3.4 miles, bear right onto Chauncey Creek Rd. In about a half a mile, turn right onto Pocohontas Rd., and bear right (you'll see the sign to Fort Foster). In 1.4 miles, you'll be at the park.

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Fortune's Rocks

5.0(2 reviews)Maine, USA East

For you novices, this is considered an easy dive, with plenty to see. At the time of this writing, however, this site appeared to be inaccessible. We'd like to get a few reviews on the area, so if you've been here, write away! From Kennybunk Port, you can take Rt. 9 North for about 8 miles. Bear right onto Fortune's Rocks Road. In a half a mile you will be at Fortunes Rocks. You can also take Rt. 208 East (Pool Road) out of Biddford for about 7 miles.

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Nubble Light

4.5(18 reviews)Maine, USA East

Nubble Light is a very picturesque location that offers easy access to some fine diving. Established in 1879, Nubble Light is off limits to visitors, but you can still get a good view of it from the park. Located next to York Village, in Cape Neddick. From Route 1A in Cape Neddick (S. Main Street), follow Nubble Rd for about 1 mile. Turn left into Sohler Park.

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Fort McClary

4.7(3 reviews)Maine, USA East

Fort McClary is an easily accessible dive site with a moderate hike from the parking area. You should be able to park on the grounds between Memorial Day and September 30. Call (207) 384-5160 to be sure. A small fee will be charged. While you are there, take a look at the construction that took place over the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Civil War, Spanish-American War, and World War I. Truly impressive! At the Southeastern most point of Maine, you'll find Kittery. From Route 1, head East on 103 for 2.5 miles. Carefully follow the signs for 103, as Walker St. becomes Wentworth St. which becomes Whipple Rd. which becomes Pepperrell Rd. (you get the idea!) Fort McClary will be on your right after winding around these roads.

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Seal Cove & Mingo Rock

No reviews yetUSA, New Hampshire, Isle of Shoals

Southeast side of Duck Island, Isle of Shoals.

BeginnerMax depth 40 ftBoat entry

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Cedar Island Ledge

No reviews yetUSA, New Hampshire, Isle of Shoals

Southeast of Cedar Island

BeginnerMax depth 39.4 ftBoat entry

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Cape Neddick Nubble

No reviews yetUSA, Maine

Depending on the wind and waves you start diving at the south / north point of the rock with the lighthouse, and dive around it. It can be a far swim if you take it easy, so better spend a couple of dives doing the whole site. We saw a lot of lobsters hereand a few stingrays, besides the normal marinelife. Easy shoredive.

BeginnerMax depth 52.5 ftBoat entry

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best dive and snorkel sites in York County?

Based on Zentacle reviews, the top-rated sites in York County are Biddeford Pool (5.0 from 7 reviews), Wells Beach (5.0 from 3 reviews) and Fort Foster (4.8 from 6 reviews).

Where can I shore dive in York County?

Biddeford Pool, Wells Beach, Fort Foster and Fortune's Rocks are the top-rated sites you can enter from shore.