Pimpernell Rock Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

October to MayBest months

20.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

15.0–20.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Pimpernell Rock is a popular dive site located off the coast of Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. It features a variety of marine life and interesting underwater topography, making it suitable for divers of different experience levels.

The dive site offers rocky outcrops and kelp forests, with opportunities to see diverse marine species including fish, invertebrates, and occasionally larger pelagic species. The underwater landscape is characterized by rocky formations and sandy patches.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand kelp Suggest edit

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