Townsend Jetty Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

12Max dive depth

12.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

21.0–27.0 °CWater (summer)

4.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Townsend Jetty is a popular dive site located on the East Coast of the USA, known for its diverse marine life and easy access for divers of varying experience levels.

The dive typically features a mix of sandy bottoms and rocky structures, providing habitats for a variety of fish and invertebrates. Divers can expect to see schools of fish, crustaceans, and possibly some larger species depending on the season.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 21.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 4.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock rubble Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during midday; macro photography is recommended due to the abundance of small marine life.

Underwater Moments at Townsend Jetty

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