Bar Beach South (Narooma)

Low risk: Shark net limits visibility

The protected swimming enclosure has a fine net that can reduce underwater visibility and may snag fins or gear.

Low risk: Shallow water at low tide

At low tide the water becomes very shallow, making snorkelling less comfortable and increasing risk of scraping on sand or seagrass.

Low risk: Training wall rocks

Submerged and exposed rocks along the northern training wall can be sharp. Wear aqua shoes and avoid entering near the wall.

Low risk: Outgoing tide current

During an outgoing tide, a mild current can develop near the channel entrance. Stick to the central shallows.

Low risk: Boat traffic near channel

The beach is adjacent to the Narooma channel entrance. Boat traffic may pass near the southern end of the beach.

Low risk: Sandbar shifts

The protective sandbar can shift after storms or king tides, altering the protected pool's shape and depth.

Low risk: Bluebottle jellyfish

Bluebottles (Physalia physalis) can drift in on north-easterly winds, particularly in summer months.

Low risk: Rip currents near breakwater

Rips and currents can develop around the breakwater and inlet heads, especially near the deeper end of the enclosure.

Low risk: Deep water

Water depth exceeds 2 metres beyond the first few metres from shore — swimmers should be confident in deep water.

Low risk: Seal presence on breakwater

Australian fur seals occasionally haul out on the breakwater; regulations and signage apply to keep a safe distance.