

Best for intermediate divers, 9m, boat entry, mild current.
Missile Motor Cradles is an artificial reef located 4600 metres offshore from Charleston. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and requires boat access. The average depth is 9 metres, with typical dives lasting around 40 minutes. Conditions vary, with visibility ranging from 5 to 15 metres and mild currents. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, surge, low visibility, and the presence of sharks. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 12C in January to 29C in July and August.
32.71042, -79.76102
One buoy marks the reef 2.5 nautical miles from the Charleston Harbor north jetty.
Access is by boat.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
9m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
12-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
The average depth at Missile Motor Cradles is 9 metres.
This is a boat dive located 4600 metres from the shore.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic, surge, low visibility, and sharks.
Diving at Missile Motor Cradles in Charleston requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Missile Motor Cradles in Charleston. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 29°C.
Missile Motor Cradles in Charleston typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Missile Motor Cradles in Charleston typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.