Dive-site story
Located off the coast of Townsville and Magnetic Island, Lodestone Reef forms part of the central Great Barrier Reef. The site features shallow coral flats flanked by deep sandy channels, steep drop-offs, and isolated coral bommies. Because the reef offers sheltered lagoon areas alongside open-water edges, divers can explore calm coral gardens or drift along deeper current-swept ridges.
Extensive hard coral coverage with staghorn and brain coral formations
Network of coral swim-throughs and overhangs hosting nocturnal marine life
Sheltered sandy patches ideal for watching resting rays and reef sharks
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Winter and spring bring lighter trade winds, optimal visibility, and the chance to spot migrating humpback whales on the boat transit.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitetip reef sharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Coral troutPlectropomus leopardus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant clamTridacna gigas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted ribbontail rayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Humpback whaleMegaptera novaeangliae | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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