The Monument
Rocky shore dive famous for Weedy Sea Dragons.
Shore Access
10m Avg Depth
14m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site offers a fascinating underwater experience within a rocky environment. Accessing the site can be challenging due to potentially rough seas, so it's crucial to assess conditions beforehand. A good entry point is located down a track onto a rock platform leading to a small inlet. The area is characterized by numerous boulders and rock walls, providing habitat for diverse marine life. You’ll likely encounter balls of Catfish, Wobbegongs, Bream, Cuttlefish, Moray eels, and Old wives. Weedy sea dragons are a major highlight here, along with the opportunity to spot Pygmy pipe horses. A wide variety of nudibranchs and soft corals, including Feather duster worms, ascidians, and various coral species, contribute to the rich biodiversity. Visibility is expected to be good in favorable conditions.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
sharkwall divemacro photographyshore diveWeedy sea dragonrocky reef
Marine Life
Weedy sea dragonsPygmy pipe horsesWobbegong SharksMoray eelsCatfishCuttlefishBreamOld wivesNudibranchsSoft coralsFeather duster wormsAscidians
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Challenging rock platform entry with potential for rough seas.
Hazards:
currentmarine life
Current Strength:
Variable
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