Portsea Pier

Shallow pier dive famous for its Weedy Sea Dragons.

Shore Access
5m Avg Depth
7m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, located in Portsea, offers a captivating underwater experience. It's a small area renowned as a habitat for the Weedy Sea Dragon, a truly special find. The site features diverse marine environments including kelp beds, sandy patches, and seagrass meadows. Adding to the interest are sponge-covered pylons beneath the pier – a unique feature of this location. The site appeals to divers of all levels, from beginners to experienced veterans, thanks to its easy access via beach entry or a low diving platform. Visibility is excellent, allowing for detailed exploration of these fascinating underwater ecosystems.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

pier diveshore divemacro photographybeginner friendlykelp forestseagrassweedy sea dragoneasy access

Marine Life

Weedy Sea DragonGiant CuttlefishSmooth StingrayBlue-ringed OctopusSpider Crabnudibranchsseahorsesleatherjackets

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow depth (7m) and easy shore access make it suitable for all divers, including beginners.

Hazards:
currentmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 13.4°C

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