Pillar Point Bommie is a spectacular granite reef formation rising to within 7 metres of the surface, tucked off the north-western end of Norman Bay at Wilsons Promontory. This site within the Wilson Promontory Marine Park delivers a vibrant underwater garden of hydroids, anemones, and colourful sponges, with encounters often including Long-finned Pike, Magpie Perch, Wrasse, and the occasional Weedy Seadragon. The shore entry via Norman Bay Beach rewards snorkelers with clear waters and a short 75-metre swim to the bommie, where deeper sections teem with rich invertebrate life.
Pillar Point Bommie
IntermediateMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.6 mSwell Period 13 sWind Speed 2.1 knPrecipitation 22 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Strong currents at the point
Strong surge and currents away from the shoreline, especially at the tip of Pillar Point. Best dived at slack water.
Moderate risk: Onshore winds
Moderate to strong onshore south-westerly to north-westerly winds create dangerous conditions. Best with calm seas, no swell, and light offshore winds.
Low risk: Uneven rock entry
Shore entry requires walking over granite boulders and rocks at the northern end of Norman Bay; slippery when wet.
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Getting in
Shore entry
Entry
From Tidal River campground, walk to the northern end of Norman Bay Beach. Enter the water near the rocks on the southern side of Pillar Point, then swim approximately 75 metres offshore to the bommie. Alternatively, access via walking track from Tidal River footbridge (1.8 km) or from Squeaky Beach carpark (2.8 km).
Parking & facilities
Parking available at Tidal River carpark (within Wilson Promontory National Park) or at Squeaky Beach carpark. A Parks Victoria entry fee applies to enter the national park.
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Park entry fee applies for Wilsons Promontory National Park (standard Parks Victoria vehicle fee).
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