

Best for beginner divers, 2-5m, shore entry, moderate current.
Packery Channel North Jetty is a marine reef and artificial reef site located in the United States. This shore-entry location is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 4 metres and a range of 2 to 5 metres. Divers should be aware of variable conditions, including moderate currents, surf, and visibility ranging from 3 to 9 metres. Hazards at this site include boat traffic, entanglement, jellyfish, rip currents, sharks, sharp coral, and strong currents. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, and showers. A typical dive lasts approximately 30 minutes. The site is rated 2 out of 5 for snorkelling.
27.63520, -97.20110
Diving occurs on a high slack tide, so it is hard to time these.
shore diving
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
3-9m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
16-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Aug, Sep
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life present at this site.
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 2 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres.
Packery Channel North Jetty is a shore-entry site.
Yes, snorkelling is possible, though the site has a rating of 2 out of 5.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Packery Channel North Jetty in Corpus Christi. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Packery Channel North Jetty in Corpus Christi are August and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Packery Channel North Jetty in Corpus Christi should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Packery Channel North Jetty in Corpus Christi. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Packery Channel North Jetty in Corpus Christi typically ranges from 3 metres to 9 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.