

Best for beginner divers, 3-10m, shore entry, moderate current.
The Farm is a shallow reef site located at Bass Point, New South Wales, offering an accessible shore dive for beginners. The reef topography ranges from 3 to 10 metres in depth, with an average of 7 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 5 and 25 metres. Entry is via the shore, where divers should shuffle their feet to avoid sharp coral and sea urchins. Moderate currents are common, and the surf can impact entry and exit. Visiting at high tide is recommended to minimise surf impact. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, and a cafe.
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Dive this site on a low swell day, ideally under 1 metre from the south or east, and time your entry for the bottom half of the tide.
Access to the water is via a steep set of stairs from the grassy headland area down to the beach. From the sand, walk to the western or northern rocky end to enter over the rock platform.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-10m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-24°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, Jun, Jul
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though they should be mindful of the surf during shore entry and exit.
The reef depth ranges from 3 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
The Farm is a shore dive, meaning no boat is required to access the reef.
Divers should watch for sea urchins and sharp coral. Additionally, the shore break can present surf hazards, so shuffling your feet during entry and exit is advised.
Yes, the shallow depths of 3 to 10 metres make this site suitable for snorkelling, provided conditions are calm.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Farm in Shellharbour. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit The Farm in Shellharbour are April, June, and July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at The Farm in Shellharbour. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at The Farm in Shellharbour typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.