Hunting Island Reef - Barge Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

MildSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

24.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Hunting Island Reef - Barge is a popular dive site located off the coast of South Carolina, near Beaufort. This site features a sunken barge that attracts a variety of marine life, making it an interesting spot for divers.

Divers can explore the remains of the barge, which is home to various fish species and other marine organisms. The structure provides opportunities for both exploration and photography.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Mild 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 rubble artificial reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during mid-morning; focus on the barge structure and surrounding marine life.

Location

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