

Best for beginner divers, 5-22m, boat entry, mild current.
3 Mile Bommie is a reef and cave site located off the Central Coast of Australia. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers access the site by boat. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres, and currents remain mild. The topography includes a cave section that creates an overhead environment. Divers should exercise caution regarding stonefish camouflaged on the bottom and maintain awareness of overhead hazards. The site is suitable for night diving, with typical dive times around 60 minutes. Local conditions should be checked prior to departure as visibility varies.
-33.36230, 151.57740
If the skipper mentions the East Australian Current is running hard, plan to drop upcurrent and drift onto the reef rather than fight your way back.
Boat dive only. Operators run trips from Terrigal Haven, Avoca, and The Entrance.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-22m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with shallower sections starting at 5 metres. It is recommended to complete a few dives at the site to gain familiarity before entering the cave section.
Access to this site is by boat only, as it is located approximately 5556 metres from the shore.
The depth ranges from 5 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Divers should watch for stonefish camouflaged on the bottom and be aware of the overhead environment within the cave. Keep fins up in tight spots to avoid contact with the substrate.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
Diving at 3 mile Bommie in The Entrance requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at 3 mile Bommie in The Entrance. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit 3 mile Bommie in The Entrance are April, May, June, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
3 mile Bommie in The Entrance typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at 3 mile Bommie in The Entrance typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.