

Best for beginner divers, 3-8m, shore entry, moderate current.
Western Steps at Wonder Reef is a muck diving site accessed via concrete steps from the shore. Divers explore a silty bottom at depths ranging from 3 to 8 metres. The site is subject to moderate currents and varying visibility between 6 and 22 metres. Due to the nature of the substrate, divers should enter slowly to prevent silt disturbance. Hazards include boat traffic, surf, rip currents, and stonefish; using a dive float is recommended. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive times around 45 minutes. Parking is available at the site.
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May and August offer the most reliable visibility and the best chance of spotting Australian Giant Cuttlefish and seahorses, so plan your visit around those months if you can. Enter slowly to avoid stirring up silt, which drops visibility quickly on muck sites like this.
Access is via Seaworld Drive into Doug Jennings Park. There is parking available near the entry point, which is a set of steps leading down to a small sandy beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-8m
Visibility
6-22m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
21-27°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, this site is rated for beginner divers, though it requires awareness of currents and boat traffic.
The site features depths between 3 and 8 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Western Steps is a shore entry site accessed via concrete steps.
The site is accessible year-round, with May, August, January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, November, and December all listed as suitable months.
Divers must watch for boat traffic, surf, rip currents, and stonefish. It is advised to shuffle your feet when entering and exiting the water and to use a dive float.
Diving at Western Steps in Southport requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Western Steps in Southport. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 27°C.
Expect moderate currents at Western Steps in Southport. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Western Steps in Southport typically ranges from 6 metres to 22 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.