

Best for advanced divers, 18m, boat entry, variable current.
Glenelg Tyre Reef is an artificial structure located at a depth of 18 metres off the coast of the Adelaide Metro area. Constructed from a matrix of tyres, the site requires precise buoyancy control to avoid entanglement with tyre straps. Divers should be aware of variable currents and potential boat traffic in this active coastal corridor. Visibility is typically around 10 metres. Due to the depth and structural hazards, this site is suited for advanced divers. Snorkelling is not recommended here, with a rating of 1/5. Divers must use a surface marker buoy during ascent to remain visible to passing vessels.
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Current direction can shift with the tide and affect how fish stack up on the structure, so a slack-water dive will generally give you calmer conditions and better marine life activity. Confirm live boat traffic patterns with your charter operator before the dive, as the site sits within a busy coastal corridor.
Access is by boat, typically from the West Beach boat ramp. The reef is located 5kms west of Glenelg.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18m
Visibility
10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
Variable
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, potential for entanglement in the tyre structure, and variable currents.
The artificial reef structure sits at a depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Snorkelling is not recommended at this location, as it carries a rating of 1/5.
The site can be visited throughout the year, from January through December.
The main hazards include entanglement risks from the tyre straps, boat traffic, and potential anchor strikes from fishing vessels.
Diving at Glenelg Tyre Reef in Glenelg requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Glenelg Tyre Reef in Glenelg. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
Currents at Glenelg Tyre Reef in Glenelg are variable and can change with tides and conditions. Always check current conditions before diving.
Visibility at Glenelg Tyre Reef in Glenelg typically ranges from 10 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.