

Best for beginner divers, 1-4m, shore entry, mild current.
Little Lagoon in Shark Bay is a sheltered shore-entry site featuring a mix of reef and seagrass beds. It is well-suited to beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 4 metres and an average depth of 2 metres. The site is notable for the presence of microbialites, which are ancient living rock structures found on the substrate. Divers and snorkellers should exercise caution when entering and moving through the shallows, as stonefish are present. It is recommended to shuffle your feet rather than lifting them to avoid contact with the bottom. Flat-soled water shoes or dive boots are advised for additional protection. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets.
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Shuffle your feet rather than lifting them as you enter and exit the water to avoid disturbing any stonefish resting on the bottom. Flat-soled water shoes or dive boots add a useful layer of protection.
Accessed via the 2WD friendly Lagoon Creek Road or by walking the Lagoon Point walk trail from Denham.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 4m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is well-suited to beginners due to its shallow, sheltered nature and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 4 metres, with an average depth of 2 metres.
Little Lagoon is a shore entry site.
Yes, the shallow depths make this site appropriate for both diving and snorkelling.
Stonefish are present at this site. You should shuffle your feet when entering and moving through the shallows rather than lifting them, and consider wearing flat-soled water shoes or dive boots.
Diving at Little Lagoon in Denham requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Little Lagoon in Denham. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.
Little Lagoon in Denham typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.