40 Steps

Massachusetts
USA East
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This is fine cove for casual diving. Easy entry and mostly sheltered from the sea.

Directions: Coming from Boston, take 1A North. It will become North Shore Road, and then Lynnway. Continue to stay on Lynnway, wrapping around the coast, bearing right onto Nahant Road. From that intersection, the site will be on your left in 3.25 miles.

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07/17/2004 Jake Jurczak (Avg: 3.15 Review) - I spent many a summers day diving {swan} from the running rock, which can reach a height of 40 feet at low tide. This is a great dive for all levels. I learned to snorkel here in the 70's and eventually sharpened my scuba skills in the relatively shallow inlet. OK, now let's get to the gear haul. I park at the top of the steps and carry my EQ down to the beach. If you don't know any locals, I recommend you park at the public lot near Lynn Beach and take your mountain bike back to the dive site. DO NOT park at the library because they will nail ya. There's plenty of fun things to see on this dive. I've caught many lobsters at this spot and seen a variety of marine life. Enjoy your dive and have a fun safe time, I hope to see you there.

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Trail Head

This is view from the street-side at the top of the 40 steps, at which you will find no parking unless you have a local sticker. We suggest you inquire locally about the best places to park. We couldn't find any…

Overview

Looking down the stairs, you get an idea of the type of diving to expect.

Overview

A view off to the right toward the Northeastern University Marine Station.

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Map Sat
GPS: MS1904
N42°25.3591'
W070°54.5586'

An easy entry for all levels.

Last Verification: November, 2003

Diver Averages for 40 Steps (1=worst, 5=best)

Average Site Condition
Ease of Shore Entry:	2.00
Bottom Conditions:	4.00
Reef Conditions:	4.00
Animal Life:	4.00
Plant Life:	3.00
Facilities:	2.00
Solitude:	2.00
Roads:	1.00
*Site Average:	3.15

Average Enjoyment Level
Snorkel:	4.00
Beginner Scuba:	4.00
Intermediate Scuba:	4.00
Advanced Scuba:	5.00
Night diving Scuba:	3.00

Number of reviews for this site: 1

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40 Steps

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