Meet the site
Steels Point on Norfolk's east coast has three rock pinnacles that break the surface and descend to about 20 m. Oceanatik describes 'a beautiful dive with lots of corals and abundant marine life', rated for experienced divers because surge can become strong at times, and advises beginner divers to go in groups or with instructors.
A set of pinnacles gives more variety than a single rock. Divers can move between them, exploring the gaps and the faces, and the rock carries the mix of hard corals, soft corals and sponges found on Norfolk's reefs. Fish gather around surfacing pinnacles because they create eddies and shelter in the surge, so schools of reef fish and passing kingfish and trevally are likely, although Oceanatik does not list species. Norfolk's reef fauna generally includes butterflyfish, wrasse, parrotfish, groper, morwong, rock cod and moray eels.
The surge is the main consideration. Because the pinnacles reach the surface, any swell creates a strong back-and-forth movement around them, and divers need good buoyancy control and the sense to stay a little deeper and away from the rock. That makes it an Advanced dive, or an Open Water dive in very calm conditions with a guide.
The east coast is exposed to the prevailing south-east trades, so Steels Point is dived on calm or westerly days. The boat run is usually from Cascade Pier. Its exact position is not published; the coordinates here are approximate. It is one of the more scenic pinnacle dives on the island when conditions line up.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Steels Point is recorded as Pinnacle/Bommie in Norfolk Island. The listed access is boat (day trip). 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.
- Water movement
- Ask how swell and local exposure affect the proposed entry, exit and route.
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 Steels Point suitable for my certification?
The record lists Advanced 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 Steels Point through YouDive?
YouDive is an independent research directory. Contact an operator directly to confirm whether it currently runs the trip, the inclusions and the booking terms.
What you might see
Hard and soft corals, sponges, reef fish, kingfish and trevally (likely); species not documented
Location
Three rock pinnacles breaking the surface off Steels Point on Norfolk's east coast, descending to about 20 m.
Facilities nearby
Departure from Cascade Pier (crane launch); limited facilities at the pier.
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
oceanatik.comoceanatik.comRecord updated 26 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.