Scallops off Plymouth??

[reefseal]

Does anyone know if there are in fact scallops to be found off Plymouth?

The only scallops I've ever come across have been off Salem Sound. I'm curious if anyone has ever come across them off Plymouth. I recall reading on board can usually be found where there is sandy flat bottom, usually at 60+ feet where there is a current. There are lots of spots that fit that description in Plymouth but not sure if there is reason you would find them there.

I'm not expecting anyone to share their secret spots. Just want to know if worth looking or stick with lobstering.

 

[MASS-Diver]

Does anyone know if there are in fact scallops to be found off Plymouth?

The only scallops I've ever come across have been off Salem Sound. I'm curious if anyone has ever come across them off Plymouth. I recall reading on board can usually be found where there is sandy flat bottom, usually at 60+ feet where there is a current. There are lots of spots that fit that description in Plymouth but not sure if there is reason you would find them there.

I'm not expecting anyone to share their secret spots. Just want to know if worth looking or stick with lobstering.

Luis, they are out there all right. But, on the SS they tend to be in pretty deep water. Look for flat, broken bottom and closer to 90' of water in general. You don't want sand - you want broken bottom - it's almost like fine rubble - you'll know it when you see it. Current is not a requirment IME. And, of course, the beds move. Good luck - dive safe.

 

[reefseal]

Thanks John.

Good point on Sand. I know what you mean. Sort of same terrain where I find scallops of Salem sound.. Lots of rubble, some scattered moss covered rocks.. ..

We go out of Kingston. There should be plenty of spots that fit the description.

BTW, what is SS??

 

[Chebby]

BTW, what is SS??

just a wild guess: Salem Sound?

 

[MASS-Diver]

Thanks John.

Good point on Sand. I know what you mean. Sort of same terrain where I find scallops of Salem sound.. Lots of rubble, some scattered moss covered rocks.. ..

We go out of Kingston. There should be plenty of spots that fit the description.

BTW, what is SS??

Sorry, SS = South Shore

Good luck with the scallops - they are out there.

 

[krustykrab]

Does anyone know if there are in fact scallops to be found off Plymouth?

The only scallops I've ever come across have been off Salem Sound. I'm curious if anyone has ever come across them off Plymouth. I recall reading on board can usually be found where there is sandy flat bottom, usually at 60+ feet where there is a current. There are lots of spots that fit that description in Plymouth but not sure if there is reason you would find them there.

I'm not expecting anyone to share their secret spots. Just want to know if worth looking or stick with lobstering.

In years past, we've found a lot of scallops off the Plymouth area! The conditions are as have been described, deep, gravel bottom, etc. BUT... we've gone back to the same spots / areas this year and have come back empty handed, even after searching the areas out from past locations. I am not sure if the draggers came through and cleaned it out, or if they have not come back to the area yet (water too warm?)

I'd be curious to know how others are making out, both on the NS and SS. I saw on one of the Boston Diver Services posts that they are finding in Boston Harbor the water has remained cold this summer so the scallops are in more shallow water then normal for this time of year?

 

[reefseal]

Can you be more specific as to where in Plymouth area? generally near what land marks.. 90 feet, gravel bottom, that could be anywhere. I'll let you know how I make out. Even share coordinates..


The beds move anyway..

 

[SeanR]

Try Winter Island State park near Cat Island. You'll find them around 80'

 

[reefseal]

Try Winter Island State park near Cat Island. You'll find them around 80'

Yes, winter Island is good spot but my buddy's boat is moored off Kinsgston which is why hoping to find beds in South Shore.

Thanks