Ten Mile Reef - Southern Buoy Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

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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Ten Mile Reef - Southern Buoy is a popular dive site located off the coast of South Carolina, near Little River and Myrtle Beach. The site features a variety of marine life and interesting underwater topography, making it suitable for divers of different skill levels.

Divers can expect to encounter a mix of hard and soft corals, along with various fish species typical of the region. The site is known for its artificial reefs, which attract diverse marine life. The underwater visibility can vary, and divers should be prepared for potential currents.

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: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock artificial reef Suggest edit

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