

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, shore entry, moderate current.
Flat Rocks is a shore-accessible reef and kelp forest site located in Western Port Bay Side, Australia. Suitable for beginners, the site features depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres with an average of 10 metres. Divers should be aware that the area is exposed to Southern Ocean swells, which can result in moderate currents, undertows, and rip currents. Conditions can change suddenly, and large, unexpected waves may occur on the rock platforms. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 15 metres. Facilities including parking and toilets are available on site. Divers should exercise caution regarding surge and potential entanglement in the kelp.
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Entry is from shore and conditions can change quickly, so check the current and surge before committing to a dive, particularly around rocky entry points. Parking and toilets are available on site, so there is no need to rush your setup.
Access is from the shore via the Bunurong Coastal Reserve.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-19°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
The depth at this site ranges from 5 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners, though divers must remain vigilant as strong currents, rip currents, and surge can occur.
Flat Rocks is a shore dive with entry points located along the rocky coastline.
Yes, the site has a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5.
Hazards include rip currents, undertows, surge, low visibility, and the risk of entanglement in kelp. Large, unexpected waves can also occur on the rock platforms.
Diving at Flat Rocks in Inverloch requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Flat Rocks in Inverloch. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Flat Rocks in Inverloch are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Flat Rocks in Inverloch. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Flat Rocks in Inverloch typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.