Capers Reef - Coast Guard Buoy R8 Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

24.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Capers Reef - Coast Guard Buoy R8 is a popular dive site located off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina. It features a variety of marine life and interesting underwater structures, making it a great spot for divers of different experience levels.

The dive site offers a mix of hard and soft corals, along with a diverse range of fish species. Divers can expect to see reef fish, possibly some larger pelagics, and various invertebrates. The buoy marks a specific area that is often frequented by local dive boats.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–30.0 °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 reef scenes, macro for small marine life.

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