

Best for intermediate divers, 6-14m, boat entry, mild current.
Capers Reef features a 150-foot deck barge sunk as an artificial reef off the coast of Charleston. The wreck sits at depths ranging from 6 to 14 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. This site is suitable for intermediate divers, offering a manageable exterior exploration of the structure. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres, and currents are generally mild. Divers must access the site by boat and should remain vigilant for boat traffic during ascents. Conditions can be affected by surge and swell, which may impact visibility and manoeuvrability around the barge. Typical dive times are approximately 40 minutes.
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Sharks are listed as a known hazard at this site, so stay aware of your surroundings and avoid erratic movements near the structure. Check conditions before you go, as surge can reduce visibility and make manoeuvring around the wreck more demanding than the moderate depth suggests.
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Depth
6-14m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site is rated for intermediate divers, as surge and swell conditions can make manoeuvring around the wreck more demanding than the moderate depth suggests.
The 150-foot deck barge lies at depths between 6 and 14 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Capers Reef is located approximately 22.6 kilometres from shore and requires boat access.
Divers should remain alert for boat traffic while surfacing, monitor weather reports for surge and swell, and be aware of the presence of sharks in the area.
Diving at Capers Reef - 150' Deck Barge in Charleston requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Capers Reef - 150' Deck Barge in Charleston. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Capers Reef - 150' Deck Barge in Charleston are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Capers Reef - 150' Deck Barge in Charleston typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Capers Reef - 150' Deck Barge in Charleston typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.