

Best for beginner divers, 3-91m, shore entry.
Lake Jocassee Boat Ramp provides a convenient shore-entry dive site in Lake Keowee, suitable for beginners building confidence in a low-pressure environment. The site features a combination of artificial and natural reef structures at depths ranging from 3 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. Visibility typically varies between 5 and 15 metres. Divers should exercise caution due to active boat traffic near the entry and exit points, particularly on busy weekends. Facilities including parking and toilets are available on site. Typical dives last approximately 40 minutes, and divers should remain within designated areas to avoid surface vessels.
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Enter and exit well clear of the boat ramp lane to avoid boat traffic, especially on busy weekends. Parking and toilets are available on site, so no need to arrive loaded down with extra gear.
Public access is provided via Devils Fork State Park. Major dive sites require a boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-91m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it offers shallow water and no current to manage.
The depth ranges from 3 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
This is a shore-entry site located 10 metres from the shore.
The main hazard is active boat traffic. Divers must remain within designated areas and maintain a constant lookout for surface vessels when entering or exiting the water.
While the site is used for diving, the shallow depths of 3 to 9 metres are also accessible for snorkelling.
Diving at Lake Jocassee Boat Ramp in Salem, SC requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Lake Jocassee Boat Ramp in Salem, SC typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.