Blairgowrie Pier

Sheltered pier dive with rich macro and spider crabs.

Shore Access
5m Avg Depth
7m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Blairgowrie Pier, offers a rewarding experience for divers of various levels. The sheltered location and manageable depth range (between 2 and 7 meters) make it ideal for exploring a vibrant underwater ecosystem. The pier pylons and sea wall are covered in sponges, creating a haven for fascinating creatures like Seahorses, Nudibranchs, and even the elusive Tasselled Anglerfish. Ledges and crevices provide homes for Rays, Octopus, Squid, and Giant Cuttlefish. You’ll likely encounter Stargazers, Flathead, Decorator Crabs, and Goatfish amongst a diverse array of marine life. A notable event is the annual Giant Spider Crab march held in May-June, attracting thousands of crabs to the shallows for their moult. It's an excellent location for macro photography.

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Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

shore divepier divemacro photographybeginner friendlynight divemuck diving

Marine Life

SeahorseNudibranchTasselled AnglerfishSting rayOctopusSquidGiant CuttlefishStargazerFlatheadDecorator CrabGoatfishGiant Spider CrabSealBlue-ringed octopusSponges

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow depth (2-7m) and sheltered location make it accessible for all divers, including beginners.

Hazards:
marine lifeboat trafficfishing linescold water
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 13.4°C

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