Pawley's Island Reef Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

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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Pawley's Island Reef is a popular dive site located off the coast of South Carolina, known for its diverse marine life and artificial reefs. The site offers a mix of sandy bottoms and rocky structures, providing a habitat for various fish species and other marine organisms.

Divers can expect to explore both natural and artificial reefs, with opportunities to see a variety of fish, corals, and possibly larger marine life. The site is suitable for divers of varying experience levels, with easy access from shore or boat.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Both Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock reef Suggest edit

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Use a wide-angle lens for reef shots, and be mindful of lighting conditions.

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