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Shallow Gordon's Bay bay with boat-first access, awkward shore fallback, and temperate reef life that shines in calm summer weather.
About Lorry Bay
Lorry Bay is a shallow Gordon's Bay rocky bay with a partly enclosed cove, rugged bedrock sides, and scattered vehicle debris among the boulders. It suits relaxed scuba, training dives, and careful macro exploration when the sea is settled.
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Research Estimate At Lorry Bay
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 7m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Lorry Bay?
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Lorry Bay Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 12m
Depth Note
Average depth is about 8m, with the sand edge near 12m and a flatter boulder bottom inside the cove.
Best Season
Summer, especially after south-easterly winds.
Typical Conditions
Partly enclosed rocky bay with a low-profile reef, scattered wreck debris, and surge risk when southwest swell arrives.
Safety & Access At Lorry Bay
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilitySurge
Safety Notes
Plan for surge on southwest swell, keep a close eye on exit timing, and treat the shore approach as a fallback rather than a routine entry.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Gordon's Bay Harbour or Harbour Island is the practical route; shore access is possible but long and steep.
Legal Notes
Not in a Marine Protected Area, so a permit is not required.
Local Intel For Lorry Bay
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow temperate reef dive that works well for relaxed exploration and macro photography on calm days.
Freediving
The shallow cove can suit experienced freedivers on calm days, but this is primarily a scuba site and the more interesting structure is better explored with tanks.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only practical in the shallowest cove water on very calm days.
Wildlife at Lorry Bay
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Lorry Bay
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Lorry Bay
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility7m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
