Burns Point

Burns Point on St. Margarets Bay in Nova Scotia is a beginner-friendly shore dive on a rocky point offering easy access to the bay's sheltered waters. The underwater terrain features granite boulders and kelp-covered ledges that provide habitat for lobsters, rock crabs, and diverse sea stars. Cunner are the most common fish, darting among the kelp fronds. The point's gentle slope allows for extended shallow exploration, and the protected bay conditions ensure comfortable diving for beginners throughout the summer season. A reliable local dive with consistent marine life encounters close to Halifax.