Edith Breaker is a submerged rocky reef lying southeast of the Seal Rocks headland on NSW's Mid North Coast. This 200+ square metre underwater plateau is riddled with pits, gutters, swim-throughs and an extensive cave system — the wreck of the SS Satara, which struck the breaker in 1910, lies nearby. Soft corals, waving kelp gardens, and occasional black coral drape the terrain, while enormous black cod, lobsters, and grey nurse sharks aggregate in the caves. Depths range from 10 m on the ridge top down to 36 m inside the caves, making this both a spectacular snorkel (shallow edges) and advanced dive site.
Seal Rocks - Edith Breaker
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Moderate risk: Strong prevailing swell
Edith Breaker is exposed to the prevailing swell conditions from the south-east, which can create strong surge and currents over the reef.
Moderate risk: Cave and swim-through hazards
The extensive cave system has confined spaces and depth up to 34 m, posing entrapment and decompression risks for inexperienced snorkelers.
Low risk: Boat traffic (dive boats)
The site is accessed by boat and dive/snorkel vessels regularly operate in the area; snorkelers must carry a surface marker buoy.
Low risk: Cold water temperatures
Water temperature ranges from 18 to 24 °C, with the coldest months (June–August) posing hypothermia risk without adequate wetsuit protection.
Low risk: Shipwreck debris (SS Satara)
The wreck of the SS Satara (1910) lies on the reef, with jagged metal hazards that can cause cuts or entanglement.
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Edith Breaker lies approximately 2 km southeast of the Seal Rocks headland. Launch from the Forster/Tuncurry area (about 50 km north) or from local boat ramps. The site requires a boat — it is not accessible from shore. Most visitors book a charter dive/snorkel tour with operators in Forster or Seal Rocks.
Parking & facilities
Parking is available at Boat Beach carpark on the headland above Seal Rocks, or at roadside pull-offs near the village. For those driving to Seal Rocks via Seal Rocks Road, a car is essential as there is no public transport.
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No fees for the site itself, but a valid NSW National Parks pass is required if accessing beaches via 4WD in Myall Lakes National Park. Charter dive/snorkel trips range from AUD $120–$200 per person.
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