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River Dive - Settlement Point
River Dive - Settlement Point is a shore-entry river training site.
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River
Shore-entry river site on the Hastings River with a sandy bottom, high-tide timing, and boat traffic to watch for. Best for training dives and easy-water sessions.
About River Dive - Settlement Point
River Dive - Settlement Point is a shore-entry river dive on the Hastings River in Port Macquarie, with a sandy bottom and a pool-like entrance that works well for training and easy local sessions. The dive is tide dependent, and high tide is the safer window. Expect octopus, moon jellyfish, and other small river critters around the rocks.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Boat trafficRestricted access
Safety Notes
High tide timing matters more than swell here, and the entry is easiest when the river is calm.
Access Restrictions
Use the site at high tide and watch for boat traffic in the river channel.
Legal Notes
Follow reserve rules and local waterway guidance.
Where Is River Dive - Settlement Point?
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Local Intel For River Dive - Settlement Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for training dives and easy local sessions when the tide window is right.
Wildlife at River Dive - Settlement Point
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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Access · 4/5Simple entry
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Aquatic Life · 3/5Average variety
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Facilities · 4/5Good facilities
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Crowd / Popularity · 3/5Moderate
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Current · 2/5Light current
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