

Best for intermediate divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Kiawah Reef North Buoy is an artificial reef and wreck site located off the coast of Charleston. The site features a depth range of 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres. It is suitable for intermediate divers and snorkellers, requiring boat access due to its distance from shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 15 metres. Divers should be aware of potential surge, swell, and variable visibility. Hazards include boat traffic, entanglement risks, jellyfish, and sharks. Exposure protection requirements vary significantly throughout the year, with water temperatures fluctuating between 13C and 27C.
32.49085, -80.00097
Two buoys mark the reef 6.5 nautical miles from the North Edisto Inlet buoy 2NE.
Access is by boat.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life present at this site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of hazards such as boat traffic, entanglement risks, and variable visibility.
The depth ranges from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located approximately 12 kilometres from shore.
Yes, both diving and snorkelling are available at this artificial reef and wreck site.
Divers must watch for boat traffic when surfacing, avoid entanglement with structures, and remain alert for sharks, jellyfish, and changing surge or swell conditions.
Diving at Kiawah Reef North Buoy in Charleston requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Kiawah Reef North Buoy in Charleston. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 27°C.
Kiawah Reef North Buoy in Charleston typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kiawah Reef North Buoy in Charleston typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.