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Independent article that also places Bird Rock at 13 m max depth and describes abundant marine life.
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Bird Rock
Bird Rock is a boat dive around an exposed rock off Oxley Beach.
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Local operator required
Boat access from Port Macquarie makes local operator support the practical way to dive the site.
Simple local boat dive with a shallow circuit; best when sea state is calm enough to keep the outer section comfortable.
About Bird Rock
Bird Rock is a boat-access dive off Oxley Beach built around an exposed rock with a simple circuit and a shallow outer sweep. It works best as an easy local dive when the sea is settled, with the route giving an unhurried look at the rock face, gullies, and the fish life around the structure. It is a better choice for calm days than for rough or surge-prone conditions, since the outer fly-over becomes less comfortable when water movement picks up.
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Research Estimate At Bird Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Bird Rock?
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Bird Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 13m
Depth Note
The main circuit is shallow around an exposed rock, with the outer edge dropping to the site's deeper limit.
Typical Conditions
Usually an easy, calm-day boat dive, but the exposed rock can become surgey when weather picks up.
Safety & Access At Bird Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Dangerous wildlifeSurge
Safety Notes
Avoid the outer fly-over if swell or surge is building. Watch for sharks and other larger marine life in the area.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan the dive with a local operator and a calm sea state.
Legal Notes
No site-specific legal restriction is identified for Bird Rock.
Local Intel For Bird Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best as a relaxed boat circuit around an exposed rock; the site suits divers who want an easy local outing on settled sea days.
Freedive
Not a primary freedive target; this site is set up as a scuba boat dive.
Snorkel
Snorkeling is not the main use case for Bird Rock.
Bird Rock Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Bird Rock
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Bird Rock
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
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Bird Rock Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Bird Rock Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.scubahaven.com.au · Operator
Bird Rock is described as a great easy boat dive with an exposed rock, a simple circle, a 13 m maximum depth, a surge caveat, and abundant marine life.
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