This dive site is famous for the forest of pylons beneath the historic Busselton Jetty, creating a spectacular artificial reef. These structures are encrusted with colourful sponges, soft corals, and ascidians, making it a macro photographer's paradise. The shallow, calm water provides an accessible look into a diverse temperate marine ecosystem.
Shelley Cove
Iconic jetty dive famous for pylons and macro life.
Shore Access
7m Avg Depth
9m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
turtlecoral reefmacro photographybeginner friendlyshore diveartificial reefnight divepylonsaustraliabusselton
Marine Life
Short-Tail Stingray
Tunicate
Old Wife
Boxfish
Octopus
Nudibranch
Western Blue Devil
Soft Gingerbread Hem Star
Ray
Sponge
Leatherjacket
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Seahorse
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depth, easy shore access, and protected waters suitable for all experience levels.
Hazards:
boat trafficentanglement
Current Strength:
Mild
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