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Official marine-park fact sheet showing scuba is allowed in the Pimpernel Rock National Park Zone and identifying grey nurse shark habitat.
Dive Spot Guide•
Pimpernel Rock
Pimpernel Rock offshore cave and pinnacle
Local operator required
Use Wooli or another Solitary Islands charter operator familiar with the current window and cave approach.
Exposed offshore pinnacle with a cave swim-through, grey nurse sharks, and a short-but-demanding boat dive profile.
About Pimpernel Rock
Pimpernel Rock is a boat-access Solitary Islands pinnacle dive with a large swim-through cave, deep-water structure, and frequent grey nurse shark interest. It suits advanced divers who want a short but memorable offshore run where current, weather, and entry timing matter as much as the marine life. Treat it as a planning dive, not a casual reef stop.
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Research Estimate At Pimpernel Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Pimpernel Rock?
Community sourced coordinates.
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Pimpernel Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
11m - 48m
Depth Note
A submerged pinnacle rises to within about 11-12 m of the surface, with a large cave/swim-through and deeper surrounding rock.
Best Season
Autumn to spring, with winter often the classic grey nurse window.
Typical Conditions
Short, current-sensitive boat dive with a pinnacle descent into a large cave or swim-through, grey nurse shark encounters, and deep-water pelagics when conditions line up.
Safety & Access At Pimpernel Rock
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentStrong current
Safety Notes
Treat the site as an advanced boat dive, keep current and weather in the decision loop, and do not force the descent if the site is running harder than expected.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; scuba diving is allowed in the Pimpernel Rock National Park Zone under the grey nurse shark code of conduct.
Legal Notes
Inside the Solitary Islands Marine Park / Pimpernel Rock National Park Zone; follow reserve rules and the operator briefing.
Local Intel For Pimpernel Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A deep pinnacle descent into a large swim-through cave with grey nurse sharks, kingfish, and mulloway. Short bottom times are normal and planning matters.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; overhead, depth, and current make it scuba-only.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; this is a deep offshore cave dive.
Wildlife at Pimpernel Rock
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Pimpernel Rock
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pimpernel Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
