AR-342 - Buoy Suggest edit

United States Suggest · North Carolina Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

24.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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AR-342 - Buoy is a popular dive site located off the coast of Cape Lookout, North Carolina. This site features a buoy marking a submerged structure that attracts a variety of marine life, making it an interesting spot for divers.

Divers can expect to see an array of fish species and possibly some larger marine animals. The site is generally characterized by a mix of sandy bottom and rocky outcrops, providing diverse habitats for marine life.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock coral Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for marine life, macro for details

Location

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