The Titan is the wreck of a massive 58-metre-high floating crane — once the largest in southern Australia — that sank after capsizing during a stormy Christmas Day tow in 1992 off Point Perpendicular. Now lying upside down in around 40 metres of water, this artificial reef is encrusted with soft sponges and corals, attracting schools of jewfish and kingfish, giant cuttlefish, and large pelagics. Located roughly 32 km south of Port Macquarie and 3.4 km south-east of Telegraph Point, this is an advanced boat-dive site for experienced snorkelers and divers seeking a piece of maritime history.
The Titan (Crowdy Head / Port Macquarie)
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Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.7 mSwell Period 6.5 sWind Speed 11 knPrecipitation 0.0 mmTidal Phase ebb
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DANGER: Explicit Risks Present
The Titan (Crowdy Head / Port Macquarie) has hazards marked as danger. Entering the water here means you may face serious risks to your personal safety.
- Deep water depth (40 m) danger
The wreck sits at approximately 40 metres depth, requiring advanced breath-hold or scuba skills for safe snorkeling/diving.
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High risk: Deep water depth (40 m)
The wreck sits at approximately 40 metres depth, requiring advanced breath-hold or scuba skills for safe snorkeling/diving.
Moderate risk: Strong currents and offshore conditions
The site off Point Perpendicular is exposed to open-ocean currents and tidal flows that can be strong and unpredictable.
Moderate risk: Low visibility due to weather/swell
Exposed offshore wreck site; visibility can drop rapidly after storms or in heavy swell conditions.
Moderate risk: Ocean swells and surge
Exposed offshore site subject to ocean swells and surge, especially around the shallow rock formations.
Moderate risk: Strong currents
Offshore reef wall can experience strong tidal currents requiring good fitness and awareness.
Low risk: Cold water temperatures
Ocean temperatures on the Mid North Coast NSW can drop significantly, increasing risk of cold-water shock and hypothermia.
Low risk: Boat traffic
Accessible only by boat; dive charter and recreational vessels operate in the area. Surface marker buoy required.
Low risk: Depth changes
The wall drops from 8m to 20m — snapper may inadvertently descend beyond safe snorkeling depth if not careful.
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The wreck lies approximately 32 km south of Port Macquarie, off Point Perpendicular near Crowdy Head. Best accessed via chartered dive boat from Laurieton (Camden Haven) or Port Macquarie. Local operators include Scuba Haven (Laurieton). The site is 3.4 km south-east of Telegraph Point at Camden Haven.
Parking & facilities
Parking is available at the boat ramp and marina areas in Laurieton and Port Macquarie. Check with local dive operators for specific meeting points.
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No direct entry fee. Charter dive/snorkel trips typically cost $100–$180 per person depending on operator and equipment hire.
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