The Gutter

Dramatic underwater canyon renowned for Weedy Seadragons and topography.

Boat Access
25m Avg Depth
32m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features a spectacular, narrow canyon or 'gutter' that cuts through the reef, creating dramatic swim-throughs. The walls are vibrantly decorated with sea tulips, sponges, and gorgonian fans. It is renowned for its unique topography and is a reliable location for finding Weedy Seadragons.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

  • Port Jackson Shark Port Jackson Shark
  • Gorgonian Gorgonian
  • Weedy Seadragon Weedy Seadragon
  • Nurse Shark Nurse Shark
  • Nudibranch Nudibranch
  • Red Morwong Red Morwong
  • Eastern Blue Groper Eastern Blue Groper
  • Sea Squirt Sea Squirt
  • Australian Giant Cuttlefish Australian Giant Cuttlefish
  • W
    wobbegong-shark

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Due to depth, potential surge, and overhead environments (swim-throughs).

Hazards:
depthsurgeboat trafficoverhead environment
Current Strength:

Variable

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