

Best for beginner divers, 4-8m, shore entry, mild current.
Moore Reef is a shore-entry wall dive located along the Coral Coast, offering a shallow environment between 4 and 8 metres. The site features a distinct wall structure and cave formations suitable for beginners. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. While conditions are often calm with mild currents, divers should remain aware of potential rip currents and surf. Parking is available at the site. The area is known for a high population of crayfish, and divers may encounter moray eels, pufferfish, margined coralfish, and stripeys along the reef wall.
-28.79333, 114.57500
The site is packed with rock lobsters, especially in crevices and holes in the reef.
The site is a shore dive accessible from Point Moore. Guided dives can be arranged through local dive shops such as Batavia Coast Dive & Watersports.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-8m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
19-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Divers can expect to see crayfish, moray eels, pufferfish, margined coralfish, and stripeys.
Yes, the shallow depth of 4 to 8 metres makes this a comfortable choice for beginners building confidence.
The site is shallow, with depths ranging between 4 and 8 metres.
Moore Reef is a shore entry dive.
The best time to visit is from September through to May for the most reliable conditions.
Standard shore diving hazards such as surf apply. Divers should observe the water from the shore before entering to identify any rip current movement.
Diving at Moore Reef in Geraldton requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Moore Reef in Geraldton. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 24°C.
Moore Reef in Geraldton typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Moore Reef in Geraldton typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.