The Pin Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

18.0–22.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Pin is a popular dive site located off the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, known for its vibrant marine life and unique underwater topography. It features a series of pinnacles and rocky outcrops that attract a variety of fish species and other marine organisms.

Divers can expect to explore a diverse underwater landscape with opportunities to see schools of tropical fish, coral formations, and possibly larger pelagic species. The site is suitable for divers of varying experience levels, though conditions can vary.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 18.0–22.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for marine life, macro for small creatures

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