

Best for beginner divers, 3-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Windy Point in Cronulla is a versatile shore dive featuring a reef, wall, and cave system. With depths ranging from 3 to 12 metres and an average of 6 metres, it is suitable for beginners. Divers frequently encounter Eastern Blue Groper, Spotted Wobbegong, and various rays including Eagle, Smooth, and Fiddler rays. Port Jackson sharks are common, particularly during their winter breeding season. Other sightings include Giant Cuttlefish, Green Sea Turtles, and Green Moray. Visibility typically spans 5 to 10 metres. Entry and exit require caution due to potential surf and boat traffic, especially during north-easterly winds. Parking is available for site access.
-34.06720, 151.15600
March through August brings the most reliable conditions and better chances of spotting Port Jackson sharks, which gather here during their winter breeding season. Check the swell before you go as breaking waves at the entry point can make things tricky on bigger days.
Drive down Ewos Parade in Cronulla, past Shelly Park and turn left into Rostrevor Street. Park near the end of the street and use the small access path between the houses to get to the waterfront and the rock platform entry point.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-12m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Divers frequently encounter Eastern Blue Groper, Spotted Wobbegong, and various rays including Eagle, Smooth, and Fiddler rays. Port Jackson sharks are common, especially during their winter breeding season, alongside Giant Cuttlefish, Green Sea Turtles, and Green Moray.
Yes, Windy Point is considered suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow average depth of 6 metres.
The depth at Windy Point ranges from 3 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
Windy Point is a shore dive with parking available for site access.
Yes, Windy Point is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
The most reliable conditions and visibility are typically found between March and August.
Diving at Windy Point in Cronulla requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Windy Point in Cronulla. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 24°C.
Windy Point in Cronulla typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Windy Point in Cronulla typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.