

Best for beginner divers, 4-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Port Vincent Jetty is a shore-accessible site located near Edithburgh, offering a straightforward dive around a working jetty structure that functions as an artificial reef. The site features depths ranging from 4 to 10 metres, with an average of 7 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers can explore the area around the pylons and adjacent seagrass beds. Conditions include mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 15 metres. As a working jetty, the site requires caution regarding boat traffic and fishing lines. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, showers, and a rinse station. Night diving is permitted, and the typical dive duration is 45 minutes.
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Visibility tends to be better on calm days with little wind, so check the forecast before you head in. Stay aware of boat movements around the jetty and make yourself visible when surfacing.
Access is via the Port Vincent Jetty on the foreshore of the town.
facilities
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depths and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 4 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
This is a shore dive located 30 metres from the shore.
Snorkelling is possible, though the site has a low rating of 1/5 for this activity.
The site is accessible for diving throughout the year, with February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, and January all listed as suitable months.
As a working jetty, be aware of potential entanglement in fishing lines and active boat traffic. Always make yourself visible when surfacing.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Port Vincent Jetty in Yorke Peninsula. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
Port Vincent Jetty in Yorke Peninsula typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Port Vincent Jetty in Yorke Peninsula typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.