Meet the site
Shark Net Beach is a small beach on the southern edge of Huskisson, named for the netted swimming enclosure that once protected bathers. The Shoalhaven tourism body lists it first among Jervis Bay's snorkelling spots, praising its calm, crystal-clear water, and Curious Campers identifies it as a quality snorkelling spot near rocky areas.
The site is shallow and gentle: sand, patches of weed and rocky edges where small reef fish, octopus, crabs and juvenile fish shelter. Rays, flathead and bream are regularly seen on the sand, and after dark the shallows are a good place to find cephalopods and crustaceans. It is essentially a beginner's snorkel and a very easy place to test gear, with the Huskisson dive shops, cafés and accommodation only minutes away on foot.
Published scuba information is minimal, and depths close to shore are modest, so it is best thought of as a snorkelling and training venue rather than a dive site. The western shore of the bay is sheltered from ocean swell but becomes choppy in strong north-easterlies, and visibility drops after rain when Currambene Creek flushes tannin-stained water into the bay nearby. Boats pass close by on their way in and out of Currambene Creek, so snorkellers should stay close to shore. The beach lies within the Jervis Bay Marine Park. Its real value is convenience: divers waiting for a boat trip or finishing a course can slip in for a snorkel between sessions, and families staying in Huskisson can walk there with children and gear. Water temperatures range from about 15 °C in late winter to 23 °C in late summer, so a 5–7 mm wetsuit is sensible for anything longer than a quick summer snorkel, and a hood helps from June to October.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Shark Net Beach (Huskisson) is recorded as Shore/Rock Platform in Jervis Bay. The listed access is shore. 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 Shark Net Beach (Huskisson) suitable for my certification?
The record lists Snorkel/Any. 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 Shark Net Beach (Huskisson) through YouDive?
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What you might see
Small reef fish, octopus, crabs, juvenile fish, rays, flathead, bream, weed and seagrass fauna
Location
Small calm beach just south of Huskisson Beach with a netted swimming area and rocky edges; clear, calm water for snorkelling.
Facilities nearby
Huskisson: Dive Jervis Bay shop (air, nitrox, hire), cafés, toilets and parking; Crest Diving and Woebegone Freedive also based in the area.
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
shoalhaven.comcuriouscampers.com.auRecord updated 26 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.