

Best for beginner divers, 4-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Parris Island Reef is an artificial reef and wreck site located 750 metres offshore. The site features depths ranging from 4 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Conditions are generally calm with mild currents and visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks present on the structure. Boat access is required to reach this location, and divers are advised to arrange a charter from the Beaufort area. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes.
32.31500, -80.71100
Contact a Beaufort-area dive charter before your trip to confirm current conditions and book your boat access, as facilities on site are limited. Keep a close eye on your fins near the structure to avoid contact with the sharp coral and rocks.
1 buoy marks reef, located in Broad River between Parris Island and Daws Island.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
4-12m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to its manageable depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 4 to 12 metres in depth, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 750 metres from the shore.
The structure contains sharp coral and rocks. Divers should wear adequate protective gear and maintain buoyancy control to avoid accidental contact.
Diving at Parris Island Reef in Beaufort requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Parris Island Reef in Beaufort. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Parris Island Reef in Beaufort are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Parris Island Reef in Beaufort typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Parris Island Reef in Beaufort typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.