Supports charter access, current and swell sensitivity, and the North Solitary boat run.
Boat-access rock dive off North Solitary Island with dense fish life.
Boat-access rock dive off North Solitary Island with dense fish life.
North Solitary access depends on local charter operators from Wooli or Woolgoolga and the sea state on the day.
Fish Soup N/W Rock is a boat-access dive at North West Rock off North Solitary Island, where rocky outcrops, boulders, and swim-throughs hold dense schools of fish. The site comes alive in low-swell conditions, and divers work the rock for sharks, pelagics, corals, and schooling reef fish while the current and surge shape the experience.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 18m
Depth Note
The upper rock structure starts around 8 m and the dive can run to about 18 m on the deeper sand.
Best Season
Lower-swell windows are best.
Typical Conditions
Offshore boat dive with strong fish aggregation, current and swell sensitivity, and a better experience on calm days.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Plan the dive for low swell and check the current before entry. Move carefully through swim-throughs and give sharks plenty of space if encountered.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the charter runs only when sea state and current allow safe access.
Legal Notes
The site sits within Solitary Islands Marine Park, so park zoning and skipper instructions apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-only rock dive with boulders, swim-throughs, and a shallow upper structure. The site rewards calm conditions and a steady pace.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Supports charter access, current and swell sensitivity, and the North Solitary boat run.
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Supports requested-site popularity, operator support, and broad marine-life context.
Supports the Fish Soup fish-aggregation context and the Solitary Islands biodiversity setting.
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