Shelley Cove
Iconic jetty dive famous for pylons and macro life.
Shore Access
7m Avg Depth
9m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site is famous for the forest of pylons beneath the historic Busselton Jetty, creating a spectacular artificial reef. These structures are encrusted with colourful sponges, soft corals, and ascidians, making it a macro photographer's paradise. The shallow, calm water provides an accessible look into a diverse temperate marine ecosystem.
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Plan Your Visit
turtlecoral reefmacro photographybeginner friendlyshore diveartificial reefnight divepylonsaustraliabusselton
Marine Life
old wifeleatherjacketcuttlefishoctopussmooth rayboxfishspongessoft coralsascidians
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depth, easy shore access, and protected waters suitable for all experience levels.
Hazards:
boat trafficentanglement
Current Strength:
Mild
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