

Best for beginner divers, 3-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Edithburgh on the Yorke Peninsula offers a shore-accessible dive site featuring artificial reef structures and seagrass beds. Depths range from 3 to 10 metres, with an average of 6 metres, making it suitable for beginners. A mild tidal flow typically moves between 0 and 1 knots, requiring divers to monitor their position relative to the jetty structure. Visibility varies significantly from 5 to 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13C and 22C, necessitating a 7mm wetsuit or drysuit. Divers should remain vigilant regarding potential entanglement from fishing lines originating from the jetty above. The site is also accessible for night diving.
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Move slowly and spend time scanning the seagrass carefully, as most of the best creatures here are masters of camouflage and easy to swim straight past. The water is cold year-round, so a 5mm wetsuit with hood is worth the effort even in the warmer months.
The site is accessed via the Edithburgh Jetty. There is car parking beside the jetty. Entry to the water is via a set of steps with a handrail, located approximately 30m from the start of the pier.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-10m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depths and generally mild current.
The depth ranges from 3 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
This is a shore dive with entry points available from the coast.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
The best months for diving and snorkelling here are February, March, April, September, October, November, and December.
Hazards include cold water temperatures, potential entanglement from fishing lines, tidal flow, and the presence of venomous blue-ringed octopus.
Diving at Yorke Peninsula in Minlaton requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Yorke Peninsula in Minlaton. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
Yorke Peninsula in Minlaton typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Yorke Peninsula in Minlaton typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.