

Best for beginner divers, 9-30m, shore entry, mild current.
The Gutter at Bass Point is a reef site accessible via a 100-metre shore entry. The topography features a natural gutter formation, with depths ranging from 9 to 30 metres and an average of 15 metres. Divers frequently encounter Grey Nurse Sharks, Eastern Blue Gropers, and various wrasses. Other species recorded include Spotted Wobbegongs, Giant Cuttlefish, Green Morays, and Port Jackson Sharks. While currents are generally mild, surge and breaking waves near the entry point require caution. Visibility typically spans 8 to 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, though entry and exit conditions can be challenging during high tides or swell. A 7mm wetsuit is recommended due to water temperatures between 18C and 23C.
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Work along the gutter rather than across it. The overhangs along the walls of the formation hold wobbegongs and morays.
The site is located in Bass Point Reserve, south of Shellharbour. Follow Bass Point Tourist Road for almost two kilometres from the entrance to a car park. From there, walk across the grass and rock platform to the entry point.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-30m
Visibility
8-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Divers frequently encounter Grey Nurse Sharks, Eastern Blue Gropers, and wrasses. Other species recorded include Spotted Wobbegongs, Giant Cuttlefish, Green Morays, Port Jackson Sharks, Crested Bullhead Sharks, and Eagle Rays.
Yes, The Gutter is considered suitable for beginners, though entry and exit can be challenging during high tides or with swell. It is recommended to check local conditions before entering.
The site ranges from 9 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
The Gutter is primarily accessed via a shore entry located 100 metres from the shore.
While the site is used for both diving and snorkelling, it is rated more highly for diving due to the depth and entry conditions.
The site is accessible year-round, with a comfortable swimming season from November to May.
Diving at The Gutter in Shellharbour requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Gutter in Shellharbour. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 23°C.
The Gutter in Shellharbour typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Gutter in Shellharbour typically ranges from 8 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.