Spot A is a renowned offshore dive and snorkel site off Forster on the Mid North Coast of NSW, situated within the Port Stephens Marine Park. This site features a long underwater wall that drops from a shallow depth of around 9 metres down to 20 metres, offering snorkellers a dramatic seascape of rocky ledges and swim-throughs. Known for its excellent visibility and abundant marine life, Spot A provides a unique opportunity to explore temperate reef ecosystems just off the coast of this popular holiday destination.
Spot A
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Wave Height 0.8 mSwell Period 8.6 sWind Speed 1.6 knPrecipitation 0.1 mmTidal Phase slack
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Moderate risk: Ocean swells and surge
Exposed offshore wall can experience significant swell and water surge, especially in southerly winds, making conditions challenging.
Low risk: Boat traffic
Accessed by boat from Forster, so snorkellers must be aware of vessel traffic in the area.
Low risk: Depth changes
The wall drops from 9m to 20m, creating sudden depth changes that require good buoyancy control.
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Spot A is located offshore from Forster, NSW. Access is by boat only — local dive shops such as Dive Forster run charters to the site. Forster is a 3-hour drive north of Sydney via the Pacific Highway.
Parking & facilities
Parking is available at the Forster marina and public car parks near the town centre.
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No entry fee for the site itself, but boat charter fees apply — typically around AUD $100–$150 per person for a guided snorkel/dive trip.
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- Spot content licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. How's the Spot is open source.
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