Shiprock Reserve
Shiprock Reserve is a protected aquatic reserve of roughly two hectares in Port Hacking, set aside to safeguard marine plants and animals. Its standout feature is the waterfront, a popular scuba diving spot that visitors reach by an elevated staircase down from Shiprock Road.
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Scuba Diving and Marine Rules at Shiprock Reserve
Shiprock Reserve's waterfront is a popular scuba diving site, and divers enter a protected marine habitat where the reserve's rules apply to every activity. Code of Conduct signs posted at Shiprock Reserve list the prohibited activities. Anyone planning to swim, fish or kayak should read the regulatory signs on arrival to confirm which activities are allowed or banned in the protected waters.
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Getting to Shiprock Reserve
2 Shiprock Rd, Port Hacking NSW 2229. An elevated staircase leads from Shiprock Road down to the waterfront, and Wally's Wharf is a short walk away.
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What are the opening hours at Shiprock Reserve?
Shiprock Reserve is open from sunrise to 9:30pm.
Can I bring my dog to Shiprock Reserve?
It is not one of the council's off-leash areas, and dogs are banned from any area set apart for wildlife protection, so check the signs first.
Is Shiprock Reserve good for scuba diving?
Yes, its waterfront is a popular dive spot, though divers must follow the posted rules protecting marine life.
Are there walking tracks at Shiprock Reserve?
Yes, a walking trail and the Sinclair Family Walkway, which honours Harry and Louie Sinclair, whose bequest helped build the staircase and extend the reserve.