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Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC
Frederick W. Day: offshore Charleston wreck with coral growth
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Offshore charter dive; local boat support is the normal access route.
Boat charter from Charleston to a shallow-topped wreck with coral growth, mixed fish life, and the best windows in late spring through early fall.
About Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC
Frederick W. Day Wreck is a boat-access offshore Charleston wreck with a shallow top and solid relief above the bottom. The old schooner now reads like a reef, with Oculina corals, sea fans, sponges, and enough structure to make the dive feel alive. Marine life around the wreck can be strong, with pufferfish, amberjack, grouper, damselfish, sand sharks, green morays, barracuda, shrimp, and other reef fish.
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Research Estimate At Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Where Is Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC?
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Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12.2m - 16.5m
Depth Note
Maximum depth reported as 60 ft, with about 25 ft of relief.
Best Season
Late spring to early fall.
Typical Conditions
Best in the late-spring to early-fall offshore season, with clearer water offshore and a workable charter ride on calm days.
Safety & Access At Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficEntanglement riskOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Plan for a boat charter, line awareness, and the captain's weather call; the shallow top makes the wreck approachable, but it is still an offshore dive.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only offshore wreck; access depends on weather windows and charter operations.
Legal Notes
Treat it as a standard offshore charter wreck dive and follow captain guidance, line awareness, and local navigation rules.
Local Intel For Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow-topped offshore wreck with coral growth and plenty of relief for sightseeing; a classic boat-charter dive rather than a shore entry.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the wreck is an offshore charter dive built for scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the structure sits offshore in scuba range.
Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC Dive Conditions Planner
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Wildlife at Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC
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Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Frederick W. Day Wreck, Offshore Charleston, SC Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.scubadiving.com · Magazine Article
Charleston offshore season, visibility, and Frederick W. Day wreck mention.
www.scubaspotadvisor.com · Dive Directory
Directory listing for wreck identity and Charleston Harbor location.
www.sej.org · Feature Story Pdf
Feature story on the Frederick W. Day reef with Charleston Scuba operator quotes.
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