Shag Rock is a sheltered snorkelling site just a 5-minute boat ride off Point Lookout on North Stradbroke Island. A large granite outcrop surrounded by rocky reefs, ledges, and scattered coral gardens in depths of 5-15 metres makes it one of the area's most reliable all-weather spots. Expect to see anemonefish, pufferfish, wobbegong sharks, moray eels, octopus, and rays around the rock wall and sandy slopes. In winter, leopard sharks, manta rays, and grey nurse sharks visit the nearby cleaning station at Manta Bommie.
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Wave Height 0.5 mSwell Period 6.7 sWind Speed 4.2 knPrecipitation 0.0 mmTidal Phase flood
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Low risk: Strong currents
Can experience strong current, surge, swell and waves despite being a sheltered site; weather and tide dependent.
Low risk: Boat traffic
Access is by boat only — be aware of vessel traffic near the mooring/anchor zone.
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Shag Rock is located off North Stradbroke Island, a short 5-minute boat ride from Point Lookout. Accessible via tour operators from the island (e.g. Manta Lodge) or from Brisbane (e.g. Brisbane Scuba). Can also be reached by private boat — check for moorings as anchoring is often required.
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Parking available at Point Lookout on North Stradbroke Island. Access to the island requires a vehicle ferry from Cleveland (Redland Bay); standard car approx. $80 return, adult ferry $21 return, child $12 return.
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No direct fee for the snorkel site. Tour costs vary by operator. Ferry fees apply: approx. $80 return for a vehicle, $21 for adult passenger return.
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