

Best for beginner divers, 9-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Leather Jacket Alley is a shallow reef site located at the Glenelg Dredge, offering an average depth of 9 to 10 metres. Visibility is typically around 10 metres. The site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware that tidal currents can be strong at times. It is recommended to time dives around slack water to manage current conditions. Due to water temperatures ranging from 13C to 22C, a thick wetsuit or drysuit is essential year-round to protect against the cold. Facilities available nearby include parking, toilets, and a rinse station.
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The current can pick up quickly, so time your dive around slack water if you can get local tide information beforehand. A wetsuit with adequate thickness is essential year-round in South Australian waters, as the cold will catch you off guard.
Access is by boat from the West Beach boat ramp.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-10m
Visibility
10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of 9 to 10 metres.
Access to Leather Jacket Alley is by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 13C in winter to 22C in summer, making adequate thermal protection necessary.
The site can be dived year-round from January through December.
Divers should be prepared for cold water and potential strong tidal currents.
Diving at Leather Jacket Alley in Glenelg requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Leather Jacket Alley in Glenelg. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
Leather Jacket Alley in Glenelg has depths ranging from 9 metres to 10 metres.