Lake Jocassee Wall

Freshwater wall and wreck dive with options for all levels.

Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located north of the dam on Lake Jocassee, sheltered within a cove created by Sandstone beach. Dive boats can access this area due to the cove’s protection from wind and boat traffic. Multiple dives are available in the cove, offering options for various skill levels. For newer divers, instructors often guide them to several underwater platforms at depths of 25-30 feet. Further south, a small wall drop-off presents itself at 45 to 60 feet at its base and 30 feet at its top. Venturing through the 60-foot area reveals "The Junk," a Chinese junk ship that sank many years ago – it’s remarkably safe thanks to several large holes in the wreck's structure, providing ample space for exploration. Heading west leads to another drop-off, which is significantly deeper and beyond recreational diving limits.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Fair
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

wall divewreckbeginner friendlyfreshwatertraining divecold water

Marine Life

Freshwater FishCarpSunfishCatfishBass

Things to Note

Difficulty:

all levels

Shallow platforms for beginners, with a deeper wall and wreck for advanced divers.

Hazards:
depthboat trafficcold water
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

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