

Best for intermediate divers, 6-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
Bald Rock is a reef and cave site located off the eastern side of Great Keppel Island, Australia. Suitable for intermediate divers, the site features depths ranging from 6 to 18 metres with an average of 10 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and the site is only reachable during calm conditions due to its exposed location. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents that can strengthen with little warning. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, rock cod, coral trout, and rays. Due to the potential for strong currents and the presence of lionfish, booking a guided tour is recommended to navigate the reef structure safely.
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Book a guided tour rather than going unaccompanied, as the current at Bald Rock can pick up with little warning and a local guide will know the safest entry points and slack water windows. Keep an eye out for lionfish around the reef structure, as they are easy to brush against accidentally.
The site is accessible via boat charter from Keppel Bay Marina in Rosslyn Bay, near Yeppoon. Ferries run by Keppel Konnections and Freedom Fast Cats take approximately 30 minutes to reach Great Keppel Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-18m
Visibility
0m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-28°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, rock cod, coral trout, Jenkins rays, and various invertebrates. Lionfish are also present, so divers should be cautious of their surroundings.
Bald Rock is rated for intermediate divers. The site experiences moderate currents that can strengthen, requiring careful navigation and awareness.
The site ranges from 6 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. It is located on the eastern side of Great Keppel Island and requires calm conditions for boat access.
Diving is possible year-round from January through December, provided sea conditions remain calm enough to access the eastern side of the island.
Diving at Bald Rock in Yeppoon requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bald Rock in Yeppoon. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C.
Divers at Bald Rock in Yeppoon should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Bald Rock in Yeppoon. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.