Frankton Pier

Shallow pier dive known for seahorses and macro life.

Shore Access
4m Avg Depth
6m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located at Frankston Pier, offering a convenient shore diving experience. The depth ranges from 0 to 5 meters, making it ideal for beginner divers and snorkelers. Access can be gained either directly under the pier or via the lower landing. Best conditions are typically found with easterly winds, while westerly winds should be avoided. A variety of marine life can be observed here, including smooth rays, goatfish, hulafish, various wrasses, and nudibranchs. Be mindful of potential hazards such as fishermen, boats, jet skiers, and children jumping off the pier. The area features reef balls positioned at the end of the pier, adding to the underwater scenery.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

pier diveshore divebeginner friendlymacro photographyseahorsenudibranchnight dive

Marine Life

seahorsesmooth raygoatfishhulafishwrassenudibranchleatherjacketstarfishspider crab

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Very shallow depth (max 6m) and easy shore access make it ideal for new divers and training.

Hazards:
boat trafficjet skiersfishermenentanglement
Current Strength:

Mild

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