

Best for beginner divers, 4-7m, shore entry, mild current.
Denham Jetty in Shark Bay provides an accessible shore dive featuring a mix of reef, seagrass, and muck habitats. Divers can explore depths ranging from 4 to 7 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres. The site is generally protected, offering mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. It is suitable for beginners, though caution is required due to active boat traffic near the jetty ramp. Divers should use a dive flag and remain close to the pylons. Facilities including parking and toilets are available on-site. The location is also suitable for night diving.
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April, May, and September tend to bring the clearest water and the most active marine life, so if you can plan around those months, do it. Keep an eye on the jetty boat ramp and surface slowly, staying close to the pylons rather than swimming out in open water.
Park near the Denham Recreation Jetty on Knight Terrace. The entry is a walk-in from the beach adjacent to the jetty.
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Depth
4-7m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths, ranging from 4 to 7 metres, and generally mild currents.
Access is via a shore entry from the beach located near the jetty.
The best months to dive are April, May, and September, which tend to offer the clearest water.
The primary hazards are boat traffic and potential entanglement. Divers and snorkellers should use a dive flag and exercise caution near the jetty boat ramp.
Yes, the shallow depths and shore access make this site suitable for snorkelling, provided you remain aware of boat traffic.
Diving at Denham Jetty in Denham requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Denham Jetty in Denham. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.
Denham Jetty in Denham typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Denham Jetty in Denham typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.