Loblolly Cove
Protected Area
Milk Island
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including nurse sharks - Loblolly Cove offers some of New England's richest reef diving. Water ranges 4-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Loblolly Cove might not grab headlines, but for new divers in New England, it's a solid start. Maximum depth is a gentle 10 meters, making it ideal for shaking off the rust or getting comfortable in cold water. We’ve found plenty of kelp forests here, swaying gently with the surge, and if you look closely among the rocks, you'll spot sculpins hunkering down and small crabs scuttling past. Visibility can be a bit variable, as with most New England shore dives, so we always suggest checking local reports, but on a good day, it’s a calm, easy dive for beginners.
Typical Loblolly Cove Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 15°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Loblolly Cove
Loblolly Cove Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Loblolly Cove, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (42.6, -70.6) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
15°C
59°F · Range: 12.8–18.1°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
3.78 m/s
7.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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