

Best for beginner divers, 6-19m, boat entry, mild current.
Pawleys Island Reef is an artificial reef and wreck site located 8,530 metres off the coast near Georgetown. The site sits at depths ranging from 6 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents, making it suitable for beginner divers gaining experience with boat entries. Visibility typically ranges between 3 and 9 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, from 12C in winter to 26C in summer. A thermocline is often present, and divers should be prepared for cooler temperatures at depth by wearing appropriate thermal protection such as a 5mm wetsuit or drysuit.
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Water temperatures can drop to 12 degrees Celsius in winter, so bring at least a 5mm wetsuit or a drysuit if you feel the cold easily. Check locally for up-to-date boat charter options, as no permanent facilities are confirmed at this site.
Boat access is required to reach the reef, which is marked by one buoy.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-19m
Visibility
3-9m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
12-26°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life present at this site.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers as it features mild currents and manageable depths.
The site ranges from 6 to 19 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat dive located 8,530 metres from shore, requiring a boat for access.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the depth range of 6 to 19 metres makes it more appropriate for scuba diving than snorkelling.
Diving at Pawleys Island Reef in Murrells Inlet requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pawleys Island Reef in Murrells Inlet. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Pawleys Island Reef in Murrells Inlet are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Pawleys Island Reef in Murrells Inlet typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pawleys Island Reef in Murrells Inlet typically ranges from 3 metres to 9 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.