Tucked away within the Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary, Banksia Point is a quiet, seldom-visited snorkelling and dive site on the Beaumaris foreshore of Port Phillip Bay. Its shallow, protected waters (1–3 m depth) open onto a sandstone reef platform with sea caves and gutters teeming with marine life. On calm days with northerly winds, the water clears beautifully, making this a peaceful urban escape perfect for beginners, night dives, and anyone wanting to explore one of Melbourne's richest marine sanctuaries without the crowds.
Banksia Point
BeginnerMAYBE
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Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.2 mSwell Period 8.7 sWind Speed 4.7 knPrecipitation 40 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Onshore southerly winds
Moderate to strong onshore winds from the south to north-west create rough, white-capped water making entry and exit dangerous.
Low risk: Boat traffic
Port Phillip Bay sees recreational and commercial vessel traffic. Snorkellers should tow a dive buoy with a dive flag for visibility.
Low risk: Road crossing
Parking is on Coronet Grove; visitors must carefully cross Beach Road to reach the steps down to the beach.
Low risk: Low visibility after wind
After strong onshore winds or rain runoff, visibility can drop significantly. Best dived just before high tide on calm days.
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Entry
From Melbourne, drive south-east along Beach Road to Beaumaris. Opposite Coronet Grove, take the steps down from Beach Road onto the beach. The entry is directly off the sand at the bottom of the steps.
Parking & facilities
Park in Coronet Grove, Beaumaris (MELWAY Ref: Page 86 B7). There is no beachside parking — carefully cross Beach Road to access the steps.
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Free entry. Part of Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary.
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