Best for beginner divers, 2-9m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Lake Hickory Scuba Park is a freshwater artificial reef site featuring a variety of submerged objects connected by guide ropes. Divers can explore training platforms, a basketball hoop, a jet ski, a sailboat, and satellite dishes. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from the surface to 9 metres and an average depth of 6 metres. Entry is available from both shore and boat. Conditions include mild currents and visibility typically between 0 and 3 metres. Divers should be aware of thermoclines throughout the water column. Facilities on-site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, and a dive shop.
35.82570, -81.20470
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Depth
Up to 9m
Visibility
0-3m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
7-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Yes, this site is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from the surface to 9 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
Yes, both shore and boat entries are available at this location.
Divers should be aware of thermoclines present in the water.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, and a dive shop.
Diving at Lake Hickory Scuba Park in Saint Stephens requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Lake Hickory Scuba Park in Saint Stephens. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Lake Hickory Scuba Park in Saint Stephens. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 27°C.
Lake Hickory Scuba Park in Saint Stephens typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Lake Hickory Scuba Park in Saint Stephens can reach up to 3 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
