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Target Reef
Target Reef: boat-only concrete reef with permit access.
Local operator required
Boat-only and permit-controlled, so the site is normally handled through a local operator or charter.
Boat-only target reef in Simon's Bay with a shallow top, concrete structure and strong weather sensitivity.
About Target Reef
Target Reef is a small offshore target structure in Simon's Bay, built around a disused naval gunnery target and a blocky concrete reef. The dive is compact but hands-on, with holes, rebar, rubble and a shallow top that rewards careful buoyancy more than swim distance. It is a boat-only site where the conditions and the permit matter as much as the structure itself.
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Research Estimate At Target Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeSome life
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
SurgeStrong surge
Where Is Target Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Target Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 22m
Depth Note
The top of the structure is about 6 m and the bottom about 22 m.
Best Season
Winter is the main window, with westerly-wind days usually the most workable.
Typical Conditions
Best on winter or westerly-wind days, with a shallow top, good winter visibility and strong swell sensitivity from the southeast.
Safety & Access At Target Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentRestricted accessStrong currentSurge
Safety Notes
Watch the rebar on the top of the structure, keep buoyancy tight and avoid the site when swell is running.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access inside the Boulders Restricted Zone; a permit is required.
Legal Notes
Permit required inside the Table Mountain MPA restricted zone.
Local Intel For Target Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A target reef with a shallow top, a large concrete block and holes big enough for careful swim-through exploration.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the boat-only, current-affected structure is better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a strong snorkel site; the structure is boat-only and the interesting features sit below the surface.
Wildlife at Target Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Target Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Target Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
