

Best for beginner divers, 1-3m, shore entry, mild current.
Boat Harbour Rock Pool in Gerringong is a sheltered shore-entry site suitable for beginners. The pool features a natural, uneven rock bottom with depths ranging from 1 to 3 metres. While generally protected from ocean currents, the site is susceptible to large waves during high swell or storms, which can make conditions unsafe. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18C and 24C throughout the year. Facilities including parking, toilets, and showers are available on-site. Visitors should be aware of potential hazards including sharp rock edges, sea urchins, stonefish, blue-ringed octopuses, and jellyfish, which may occasionally enter the pool.
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November through May tends to bring the most settled conditions, making it the best window for a comfortable visit. Facilities are good with parking, toilets, and showers on site, so it works well as a casual half-day trip.
The pool is accessed via a 50-100 metre walkway that starts at the Boat Harbour Reserve car park, located off Jupiter Street in Gerringong.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 3m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow, sheltered nature and shore-based entry.
The water depth at Boat Harbour Rock Pool ranges from 1 to 3 metres.
Yes, the site is used for snorkelling, though it is rated 1/5 for this activity.
The best months to visit are November, December, January, February, March, April, and May, which typically offer the most settled conditions.
The site provides parking, toilets, and showers for visitors.
Hazards include sharp rock edges, uneven surfaces, surf, and marine life such as stonefish, blue-ringed octopuses, sea urchins, and jellyfish.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Boat Harbour Rock Pool in South Coast. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 24°C.
Boat Harbour Rock Pool in South Coast typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.