Anemones Alley
Protected Area
Knob and Round Islands Conservation Lands
Why dive here
With 77+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and jellyfish lake - Anemones Alley offers some of Nova Scotia's richest reef diving. Water ranges 1-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
Anemones Alley in Nova Scotia lives up to its name, offering a wall covered in white-plumed anemones. It’s a pretty sight, with thousands of them swaying gently, particularly in the slight current often present. This site is a good pick for macro photographers or divers looking for a relaxing, shallower dive with plenty of stationary subjects. Just be prepared for colder water and the typical low-light conditions of the region.
Typical Anemones Alley Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Anemones Alley
Anemones Alley Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Anemones Alley, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
17.11°C
63°F
Current Speed
2.24 cm/s
Direction: NE (63.4°)
Salinity
30.51 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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