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Catherine Hill Coal Loader
Shallow shore dive around Catherine Hill Bay's coal loader.
Shore dive with a simple shallow route, a calmer southern entry, and a sandy bottom; plan around swell and exposed rock shelves.
About Catherine Hill Coal Loader
Catherine Hill Coal Loader is a shallow shore dive beside Catherine Hill Bay's historic coal-loading jetty. The loader, chains, cables, and SS Wallarah remains sit over sand, with schooling fish, rays, nudibranchs, and other small marine life around the structure.
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Research Estimate At Catherine Hill Coal Loader
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 7m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
Where Is Catherine Hill Coal Loader?
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Catherine Hill Coal Loader Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 11m
Depth Note
Shallow dive to about 11 m.
Typical Conditions
Shallow sand-and-structure dive with modest visibility and easier entry on calm, low-swell days.
Safety & Access At Catherine Hill Coal Loader
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Entanglement riskOverhead environmentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
There is debris such as chains and cables around the structure which can pose snag/entanglement risk. Bull sharks have been spotted in the area.
Local Intel For Catherine Hill Coal Loader
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow scuba dive around the coal loader structure and debris field, reaching about 11 m.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling can work in the bay on calm days, but the loader area is better suited to confident snorkellers than to casual wading.
Wildlife at Catherine Hill Coal Loader
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Catherine Hill Coal Loader
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Catherine Hill Coal Loader
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility7m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
