Meet the site
Trout Spot is a shallow site on Llewellyn Reef in the northern Bunker Group, described by marine life writers as a nice coral garden suitable for a night dive, with smaller marine life. It complements The Catacombs, the deep wall on the same reef, and gives boats anchored at Llewellyn an easy second or night dive. Published detail is limited, but the name suggests coral trout are a feature, and the shallow coral garden will host the typical Bunker Group mix of damsels, wrasse, parrotfish, butterflyfish, nudibranchs and crustaceans. At night, octopus, crabs, shrimps and sleeping parrotfish are likely highlights. Because it is shallow and sheltered, the site suits all certification levels, and it is a comfortable place for divers building night-diving experience in a remote setting, provided the boat crew keep a good watch. Divers should plan their navigation carefully at night, using the anchored boat's lights and a compass, and should carry a backup torch and a strobe or light stick. Trout Spot is included for completeness; independent confirmation of its exact position is not available.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Llewellyn Reef – Trout Spot is recorded as Reef in Lady Musgrave & Bunker Group. The listed access is boat (multi-day/liveaboard). Confirm the actual meeting point, route and permission to visit; a map pin does not establish any of these.
Topics flagged by the stored research
These are questions prompted by the existing notes, not a verified or complete hazard assessment.
- Other water users
- Ask about vessel activity, exclusion areas and the agreed surface arrangements.
Historical access notes exist for this record, but have not been independently verified for current use. Request current directions from the operator or site manager rather than following an old entry description.
Questions, answered
Is Llewellyn Reef – Trout Spot suitable for my certification?
The record lists Open Water. That does not establish suitability for every route or day. Share your training, recent experience and equipment needs with the operator and ask about the specific proposed dive.
Can I book Llewellyn Reef – Trout Spot through YouDive?
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What you might see
Coral trout, damselfish, wrasse, parrotfish, butterflyfish, nudibranchs, crustaceans, octopus (night), hard coral garden
Location
A shallow coral garden on Llewellyn Reef in the northern Bunker Group, suitable for a night dive, with smaller marine life.
Before you make plans
Conditions, access and operator schedules can change. This is a location guide, not a dive plan. Ask a local operator about current conditions and suitability for your training and experience.
Sources & further reading
marinelife.org.auRecord updated 26 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.