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Published Jun 6, 2025Club report with kelp, juvenile fish, and lobster observations.
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Panther Shoal
Panther Shoal is a Plymouth Sound boat reef.
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A shallow shoal near the breakwater, with kelp, historic debris, and calm-water planning needs.
About Panther Shoal
Panther Shoal is a short boat dive off Plymouth Breakwater that blends a shallow shoal profile with temperate reef life and scattered historical debris. The route is easy to read, but the dive still rewards calm-water planning because tide and channel traffic can shape the day. It suits divers who want a compact local reef with character rather than a deep or dramatic profile.
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Research Estimate At Panther Shoal
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 6m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Panther Shoal?
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Panther Shoal Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 18m
Depth Note
The shoal stays shallow at the top and reaches the high teens across the line.
Best Season
Winter, when calmer seas and clearer water are more likely.
Typical Conditions
A shallow shoal with kelp, historical debris, and variable visibility along a breakwater-aligned line.
Safety & Access At Panther Shoal
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Use a surface marker and stay mindful of the channel edge and boat traffic.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal approach, and the channel edge means the dive brief matters.
Legal Notes
Keep clear of shipping traffic and follow charter guidance.
Local Intel For Panther Shoal
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depth range of roughly 10–19 m makes this a straightforward scuba dive focused on the shoal and seabed finds.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the boat approach and full shoal profile are better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only useful on very calm days; the main site is better seen on scuba.
Recent Logged Visits At Panther Shoal
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Panther Shoal
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility6m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
