Best for beginner divers, 1-4m, shore entry, mild current.
Stansbury Jetty is a sheltered shore dive located in Oyster Bay, Edithburgh. The site features an artificial reef formed by jetty pylons, with depths ranging from 1 to 4 metres and an average of 2 metres. It is well-suited to beginners due to the mild currents. Divers and snorkellers should remain aware of boat traffic from the nearby ramp and fishing lines cast from the jetty above. Species recorded around this area include fiddler rays, Port Jackson sharks, Shaw’s cowfish, and various wrasses. Facilities including parking and toilets are available on site. A wetsuit is recommended outside of the warmest months to manage water temperatures between 13C and 22C.
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Visit on a calm morning before any afternoon wind picks up, as chop can quickly reduce visibility in the shallows. Parking and toilets are available on site, so it is an easy, self-contained dive.
Stansbury is approximately 200km from Adelaide by sealed road. There is a large car park at the jetty. Entry to the water is via steps on the left side of the jetty or from the sandy area between the jetty and the breakwater.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 4m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
Species recorded around this area include fiddler rays, Port Jackson sharks, Cobbler carpet sharks, Shaw’s cowfish, snake eels, wrasses, pufferfish, flathead, weeping toadfish, crabs, and snails.
Yes, Stansbury Jetty is a gentle shore dive suitable for beginners, featuring shallow depths and mild currents within the sheltered waters of Oyster Bay.
The depth ranges from 1 to 4 metres, with an average depth of 2 metres.
Yes, this site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5.
The best months to visit are December, January, February, and March.
Divers and snorkellers should watch for boat traffic from the nearby boat ramp and be cautious of fishing lines from people fishing on the jetty.
Stansbury Jetty in Stansbury is a shore dive. Stansbury is approximately 200km from Adelaide by sealed road. There is a large car park at the jetty. Entry to the water is via steps on the left side of the jetty or from the sandy area between the jetty and the breakwater.
Yes, parking is available near Stansbury Jetty. Arrive early during peak seasons as spaces can fill up quickly.
Diving at Stansbury Jetty in Stansbury requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Stansbury Jetty in Stansbury. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
Stansbury Jetty in Stansbury typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
