

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Naracoopa Jetty provides a shore-accessible dive site featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial structure. The jetty pilings serve as a focal point for exploration, situated in generally sheltered waters that suit beginner divers. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures ranging from 13C to 18C, necessitating the use of a thick wetsuit. Entry is from the shore, though caution is required regarding rock flats and potential surge near the entry point. While currents are typically mild, conditions can change due to tidal influence and swell. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets.
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Summer months from December through March give you the best combination of calmer surf and more active marine life around the jetty. Watch for surge near the entry point if any swell is running, and protect your hands from sharp coral on the reef sections.
The site is accessed directly from the beach at Naracoopa on King Island. Parking is available along the Esplanade.
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Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-18°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners due to its sheltered nature and manageable currents, though divers should remain aware of changing conditions.
This is a shore dive with entry from the beach, which is fronted by rock flats.
Yes, the site is rated 3/5 for snorkelling.
Hazards include rock flats at the beach entry, potential surge, rip currents, and sharp coral on the reef sections. The water is cold, requiring a thick wetsuit.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Naracoopa Jetty in Naracoopa. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Naracoopa Jetty in Naracoopa are December, January, February, and March. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Naracoopa Jetty in Naracoopa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.