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Scraggane Bay
Shallow shore dive on the sandy bottom of Scraggane Bay
Enter from Scraggane Pier's slips and follow the sandy bay north; it's an easy beginner profile with simple logistics and light current.
About Scraggane Bay
Scraggane Bay is a shallow shore dive on the Maharees peninsula, using the south slip at Scraggane Pier and a simple sandy-bottom route north toward the other slip. It is a straightforward beginner-friendly site with easy launching, modest current, and a bottom that regularly turns up small fish, cuttlefish, and other shallow-water life.
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Research Estimate At Scraggane Bay
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 7m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Scraggane Bay?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Scraggane Bay Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 7m
Depth Note
Shallow sandy route from the south slip to the north slip; the imported description gives a maximum around 7m.
Typical Conditions
Shallow, fairly non-tidal bay with a small drift, sandy bottom, and modest visibility.
Safety & Access At Scraggane Bay
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Watch shipping traffic at the fishing port and use care at very low tides when launching or retrieving.
Access Restrictions
Paid parking applies, and very low tides can make launching or retrieval less convenient.
Local Intel For Scraggane Bay
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An easy shore profile from the south slip to the north slip, suitable for first-time divers and relaxed training-style dives.
Freediving
Shallow enough for calm-water apnea practice, though fishing-port traffic and tide timing still matter.
Snorkeling
A calm-day snorkel can work on the shallow sandy side of the bay, but the site is really used as an easy shore dive.
Wildlife at Scraggane Bay
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Scraggane Bay
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Scraggane Bay
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility7m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
