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Lake Jocassee

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About Lake Jocassee

Lake Jocassee is a man-made deep-water reservoir in western South Carolina. It reaches over 360 ft deep and offers underwater visibility commonly around 20 ft, improving to more than 50 ft at depth. There are multiple boat ramps, including one designated for divers, and the lake is described as having enough underwater interest to support repeat dives.

Where Is Lake Jocassee?

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Lake Jocassee Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

Up to 109.7m

Depth Note

Maximum depth stated as over 360 ft (approx. 109.7 m). Visibility reported as 20 ft to over 50 ft at depth.

Typical Conditions

Visibility is reported around 20 ft and can exceed 50 ft at depth.

Safety & Access At Lake Jocassee

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Low visibility

Local Intel For Lake Jocassee

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Access

Several ramps provide access, and one ramp is set aside for divers.

Crowd / Popularity

The lake is described as having enough to keep divers returning for multiple visits.

Facilities

Multiple ramps are available, including one designated for divers.

Lake Jocassee Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at Lake Jocassee

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Recent Logged Visits At Lake Jocassee

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Dive Spot Log Averages At Lake Jocassee

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