ZINNIA
Protected Area
Saint-Godefroi, Paspébiac Water Fowl Gathering Area
Why dive here
With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and great white sharks - ZINNIA offers some of New Brunswick & Bay of Fundy's richest wreck diving. Water ranges -1-13°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Zinnia, a trawler resting at 32 meters, is one of our favorite wreck dives in the Bay of Fundy. It went down in 1981, and since then, the cold, nutrient-rich water has done its work, turning the steel hull into a robust artificial reef. You’ll descend into a murky green world, but once the Zinnia emerges, the visibility often improves right on the wreck itself, almost like it creates its own clear bubble. We love the way the deck fittings and superstructure have become entirely encrusted – it’s less about identifying specific parts of a trawler and more about exploring a giant, barnacle-covered sculpture. Look closely among the anemones and hydroids; you might spot a wolf eel poking its head out, or a lumpfish clinging to a plate. This site is definitely for divers who appreciate the atmospheric pull of a cold-water wreck and don't mind a bit of a current. It’s an honest, humbling dive, and always feels like a proper adventure.
Typical ZINNIA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (32m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 9°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ZINNIA
ZINNIA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ZINNIA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (49.1, -66.69) (33km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
9°C
48°F · Range: 5.3–12.9°C
Air Temperature
11°C
52°F
Wind Speed
5.5 m/s
10.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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