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Wreck Trail

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.3 12 species 38 contributors

Wreck Trail offers year-round diving on historic wrecks off Western Australia's coast.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
intermediate
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
18.6 kn
Wave
3.8 m
Water
18.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (17%)
Now: WNW (288°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.73m

Next: Low at 14:00 (+0.01m)

+0.6 m0 m-0.1 m
▼ 14:00 · +0.01m ▲ 00:00 · +0.37m ▼ 02:00 · +0.35m ▼ 14:00 · -0.1m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.75 · mod Air PM2.511 · good 06:11 18:11
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 20.2 3.84 6 3mm
09-20 8.6 2.68 4 3mm
09-21 8.6 1.86 7 0mm
09-22 6.5 1.96 7 0mm
09-23 9.5 1.92 7 0mm
09-24 9 1.4 7 0mm
09-25 13.8 2.32 6 1mm

About this spot

Wreck Trail is a dive destination in Western Australia centered around submerged vessels. The site operates year-round, making it accessible to divers across all seasons. The area maintains healthy coral conditions with no current bleaching stress, supporting a diverse marine ecosystem. With 12 recorded species observations and 3 community videos available, the site has documented marine life and experienced divers sharing their explorations. The trail format allows divers to explore multiple wreck sites in sequence, offering variety within a single dive trip. Location near Bell Park in Western Australia provides convenient access for both local and traveling divers. The wrecks themselves serve as artificial reefs, creating interesting topography and habitat for marine species. Whether you're a wreck enthusiast or looking for structured diving with historical context, Wreck Trail delivers reliable conditions throughout the year.

📖 Guide: Diving in Australia: 61 Sites from Coral Reefs to Cold-Water Wrecks

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

WreckReef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type I · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 14517km · ~3339kg · €60

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 53/100
  • Visa: e-Visa · 90 days max
  • Flight: 16h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 9h east · 6 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Wreck Trail?

Wreck Trail is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Check local conditions before booking to confirm visibility and water temperature for your visit.

What depth and difficulty level is Wreck Trail?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for Wreck Trail are not standardized in available data. Contact local dive operators in Western Australia for detailed information about each wreck's depth, current conditions, and recommended experience level.

What marine life will I see at Wreck Trail?

Wreck Trail has 12 recorded species observations. The coral shows no bleaching stress, indicating a healthy reef environment. Wrecks attract fish, crustaceans, and other marine life seeking shelter. Watch community videos from experienced divers to see documented species at the site.

How do I access Wreck Trail and are permits required?

Wreck Trail is located near Bell Park in Western Australia and is not within a marine protected area, meaning standard dive access applies. Arrange dives through local Western Australia dive operators who know current regulations, parking, and entry procedures.

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Verified marine species observations

11 records · 10 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Ceratosoma brevicaudatum

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Pleurobranchus hilli

Gastropoda · Pleurobranchidae
GBIF
Last seen:
2 Jan 2026
×1records

Maxillopoda

Maxillopoda
OBIS
Last seen:
16 Feb 2024
×1records

Sycon capricorn

Calcarea · Syconidae
OBIS
Last seen:
21 Jan 2021
×1records

Amphicorina ascidicola

Polychaeta · Sabellidae
OBIS
Last seen:
26 Jul 2018
×1records
Depth:
46 m

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Bronze Whaler
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
29 Aug 2016
×2records

Mycale

Demospongiae · Mycalidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 May 2016
×1records

Dictyoceratida

Demospongiae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Mar 2016
×1records
Depth:
47 m

Terebellida

Polychaeta
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Mar 2016
×1records
Depth:
47 m

Clathrinida

Calcarea
OBIS
Last seen:
21 Oct 2015
×1records
Depth:
30 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Free Diving - Rockingham Boat Wreck (Dive Trail)

Wayne Riesterer

Wreck Trail dive

Hamish Comrie

Beechcraft King Air, Plane Wreck, Rockingham Wreck Trail

Diving Western Australia's Shipwrecks
💬 1 top comments
  • Wow haven’t dived here in 20y hasn’t really got any nice growth on it, still looks silty

    @JaysonDyer · 👍 0

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "I feel like this road is part of Dampier Road. I'd need confirmation but I have no idea"

    anonymous · 2026-03-12
  • "why exactly would there be a parking lot in between causeways"

    anonymous · 2026-03-12
wind peaks Jan-Dec-Nov, calmest Apr-Jun-May, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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