Hastings Pier (also known as Hastings Jetty) extends into the calm, protected waters of Western Port on the Mornington Peninsula. Built originally for the fishing and oyster trade, this wooden pier offers easy shore-entry snorkelling in depths of 3–5 metres among the jetty pylons. The historic 1866 fishing shed at the shore end and the nearby Red Bird shipwreck (280 m east) add character. The protected crescent bay shields the site from prevailing winds, making it a reliable year-round spot for underwater exploration.
Hastings Pier (Hastings Jetty)
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Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.4 mSwell Period 9.8 sWind Speed 8.3 knPrecipitation 29 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Boat traffic
Active commercial and recreational boating area with a nearby boat ramp. Stay aware of vessel movements around the pier.
Low risk: Fishing lines and hooks
The pier is a popular fishing spot — discarded lines and hooks can pose entanglement risks for snorkellers.
Low risk: Tidal currents
Western Port experiences tidal flows that can create moderate currents around the pier structure.
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Located off Skinner Street, Hastings, on the Mornington Peninsula. Approximately a 1-hour drive south-east of Melbourne via the M3 and Hastings-Bittern Road.
Parking & facilities
Carpark available near the pier at the Skinner Street end. Additional street parking on Marine Parade.
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Free entry. No snorkel tour fee required.
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