Point Cartwright Reef dive & snorkel conditions
Sunshine Coast · Shore reef · Shore entry · Depth 2-10 m
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About Point Cartwright Reef
A shore-accessible reef with swim-throughs and resident fish life, popular with local shore divers on calmer days.
Known for rips
This site can form rip currents. If you're caught in one: stay calm, raise an arm for help, float until it releases you, then swim parallel to the shore. How to spot a rip.
Access — entry & exit
Shore entry from the rocks near Point Cartwright lighthouse.
Facilities
Fishing
Allowed — Fishing permitted
If you intend to take any fish today, including shellfish, follow the rules to avoid large fines. Download the free VicFishing app to stay updated on fishing regulations.
Wildlife recorded nearby
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