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Latitude Rock
Shark-gutter rock reef off McBrides Beach
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Local operator required
Plan it with a Forster dive center familiar with the gutters and shark habitat.
Forster rock reef with gutters, swim-throughs, and regular shark and ray life; best planned with a local boat operator.
About Latitude Rock
Latitude Rock is a sloped Forster rock reef with kelp gutters, swim-throughs, and regular grey nurse shark habitat.
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Research Estimate At Latitude Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Latitude Rock?
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Latitude Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 16m
Depth Note
Gutters and sloped rock run from shallow water into the low teens, with some listings extending the site to around 16 m.
Best Season
Year round
Typical Conditions
Temperate rock reef with kelp gutters, swim-throughs, and shark habitat; open-coast planning and calm buoyancy matter.
Safety & Access At Latitude Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficOverhead environmentStrong current
Safety Notes
Keep clear of the shark gutters, stay light on the reef, and watch other boats in the area.
Access Restrictions
Use a local operator and follow marine-park guidance around the shark habitat and boat lane.
Legal Notes
Latitude Rock sits in Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park, so low-impact diving and conservation rules matter.
Local Intel For Latitude Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The site works best as controlled scuba with tight buoyancy through the gutters and swim-throughs.
Freediving
The shallow top of the reef could suit a brief freedive look, but the site is built for scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is secondary; the distinctive structure and shark habitat sit below the surface.
Latitude Rock Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Latitude Rock
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Recent Logged Visits At Latitude Rock
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Latitude Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
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Latitude Rock Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Latitude Rock Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.diveforster.com.au · Operator
Forster operator page with the site location, depth band, and named species list.
www.forsterdivecentre.com.au · Operator
Local dive-center site list with a Latitude Rock depth band and shop support.
www.visitnsw.com · Tourism
NSW tourism page noting a recent dive at Latitude Rock with Dive Forster.
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