Shepherd Reef
Why dive here
Shepherd Reef lies in a species-rich stretch of Great Lakes, with 30+ marine species recorded in the area.
Shepherd Reef in the Great Lakes offers a unique freshwater reef dive. You'll find yourself searching for Lake whitefish, Yellow Perch, and perhaps even a Cisco amongst the rocky structures. Visibility here can vary, but on a good day, it's a calm dive best suited to those interested in temperate fish species and the unique geology of the Great Lakes. It's a different kind of reef, without the corals, but with its own quiet charm.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Shepherd Reef
Shepherd Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Shepherd Reef, sourced from NOAA NDBC buoy data - nearest station: South Haven Light, South Haven, MI (20km away)
October Averages
Air Temperature
13°C
55°F
Wind Speed
6.4 m/s
12.4 knots
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC buoy data
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