Meet the site
Whyalla's new foreshore jetty opened in September 2020, replacing an older town jetty. It is a pre-cast, fibre-reinforced concrete structure about 165 m long – 38 m longer than its predecessor – ending in a distinctive circular loop that adds another 150 m of walkway. It was designed as a community promenade and fishing platform, with LED lighting built into the handrails, six fishing stations with sliding sleeves for children and people with disabilities, and an access ramp. A separate swimming enclosure lies inside the marina. No dive guides or dive-shop listings describe the jetty as a dive site, and it is included here only because the regional brief names a 'Whyalla jetty'. Concrete piles in upper Spencer Gulf would be expected to develop sponge, ascidian and algal growth over time, attracting tommy ruff, garfish, squid and blue swimmer crabs, but at only a few years old the growth is likely to be modest. For divers visiting Whyalla, the meaningful sites are the cuttlefish aggregation at Stony Point (May-August), Point Lowly, the old 1901 ore jetty (see Whyalla Old Jetty), Marek's Reef and the Leeton tug. The foreshore jetty is better enjoyed as a walk and a place to watch dolphins and fishers. The foreshore precinct around the jetty has parking, toilets, a playground and the marina swimming enclosure, making it a convenient place for non-diving family members while others dive elsewhere.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Whyalla Jetty (Foreshore) is recorded as Jetty/Pier in Whyalla & Upper Spencer Gulf. 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 Whyalla Jetty (Foreshore) 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 Whyalla Jetty (Foreshore) 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
Expected: tommy ruff, garfish, squid, blue swimmer crabs, young encrusting growth
Location
Modern concrete foreshore jetty with a distinctive circular loop, opened in September 2020 on the Whyalla foreshore (about 165 m long plus the loop).
Facilities nearby
Parking, toilets, foreshore park, marina, swimming enclosure; full town services.
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
playandgo.com.auRecord updated 26 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.