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PEACH GROVE - GMI
Sheltered shore dive with kelp, sand and a nursery area.
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A calm beach dive on Great Mercury Island with kelp, sand and reef, plus a nursery close to shore.
About PEACH GROVE - GMI
Peach Grove is a sheltered Great Mercury Island shore dive with a beach entry, kelp-and-sand reef terrain and a nearshore nursery area. The site suits a broad range of divers because the water is generally calm, the terrain stays readable and the bay is easy to enjoy without a long boat ride. It feels like a relaxed island bay dive with plenty of fish life rather than an exposed offshore wall.
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Research Estimate At PEACH GROVE - GMI
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 9m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is PEACH GROVE - GMI?
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Community sourced coordinates.
PEACH GROVE - GMI Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 13m
Depth Note
Peach Grove is a shallow nearshore beach dive that reaches about 13m and has a nursery area close to shore.
Best Season
Year-round
Safety & Access At PEACH GROVE - GMI
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Access Restrictions
Day access only; respect the island’s private-property and biosecurity rules, and do not camp ashore.
Legal Notes
Great Mercury Island is privately owned, but day visitors may land on beaches if they follow the island rules.
Local Intel For PEACH GROVE - GMI
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The area is described as catering to a wide range of diver levels.
Freediving
The shallow sheltered bay can suit relaxed freedive practice on good days.
Snorkeling
Shallow water and the nearshore nursery make it a friendly snorkel spot in calm conditions.
Wildlife at PEACH GROVE - GMI
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At PEACH GROVE - GMI
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At PEACH GROVE - GMI
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility9m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
