Point Linley Reef, also known as Linley Point Reef, is a shallow rocky reef shelf extending off Fishermans Beach in Mornington, on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. Made up of a series of boulders and slabs dropping to 10 metres, this site offers excellent shore-entry snorkeling in the sheltered waters of Port Phillip Bay. Follow the reef north toward the marker pylon to find depth changes, rocky crevices, and abundant marine life. The adjacent Fishermans Beach boat ramp provides easy access, but snorkelers must remain vigilant of boat and jet-ski traffic.
Point Linley Reef
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Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.0 mSwell Period 11 sWind Speed 2.0 knPrecipitation 39 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Boat and jet-ski traffic
Fishermans Beach has an active boat ramp; boats and PWCs operate through the channel. Snorkelers should carry a dive flag or SMB and stay visible.
Low risk: Slippery boat ramp surface
The concrete boat ramp can be very slippery, especially when wet or covered in algae. Safer to use the rocks at the western end of the ramp area.
Low risk: Fishing lines
Anglers sometimes fish from the point. Snorkelers risk entanglement; carrying a dive knife or line cutter is recommended.
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Point Linley Reef is located off Fishermans Beach, Mornington on the Mornington Peninsula. From Melbourne, take the M3/M11 south to Mornington and follow signs to Fishermans Beach boat ramp. The reef lies just off the point adjacent to the boat ramp.
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No parking at the boat ramp itself. Plenty of parking available in the dirt car parks at the top of the beach or in nearby streets.
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