Meet the site
Werri Point, at the southern end of Werri Beach in Gerringong, is a small, shallow shore site that local snorkellers and divers use on calm days. The reef begins close to the rock platform at 3–4 m and slopes to a sandy bottom at around 10 m, with kelp and broken rock providing habitat along the way.
Leatherjackets pick at the algae, eastern blue groper cruise the sand and reef edges, and cuttlefish hover near the kelp canopy. Octopus, moray eels and nudibranchs are found in the cracks, wobbegongs rest under ledges, flathead lie on the sand, and Port Jackson sharks visit in winter. Visibility is typically 4–8 m, occasionally more than 10 m on clear days.
The entry is easy by rock-platform standards: at low to mid tide the platform near the Ourie pool is mostly dry, so divers can walk right to the water's edge. The hazard is wave wash – even a moderate swell pushes water across the platform, and surge builds in the gutters – so the site should only be dived on calm days with less than 1 m of swell. Surfers use the lineup off the point, and the algae-covered rock is slippery. It is a pleasant, low-key option for divers staying in Gerringong or Kiama, a good snorkel for families, and a useful training venue on flat days, but not a destination in its own right. Divers wanting more depth or variety should head north to Kiama's Blowhole Point sites or to Bass Point, both within 25 minutes' drive, and use Werri Point for an easy second dive or a snorkel with non-diving family members on the way home.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Werri Point is recorded as Shore/Rock Platform in Wollongong & Kiama. 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.
- Lines and obstructions
- Discuss any known entanglement concerns and the suitability of the planned area.
- 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 Werri Point 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 Werri 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
Leatherjackets, eastern blue groper, cuttlefish, octopus, moray eels, nudibranchs, wobbegongs, Port Jackson sharks (winter), flathead, kelp
Location
Shallow reef off the rock platform at the southern end of Werri Beach near the Ourie ocean pool, Gerringong; reef at 3–4 m sloping to sand at about 10 m.
Facilities nearby
Parking and ocean pool at the southern end of Werri Beach; toilets nearby; cafés in Gerringong; nearest fills at Shellharbour.
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
vizzbud.comRecord updated 26 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.
