

Best for advanced divers, 5-24m, boat entry, mild current.
The P.B. Locke is a 136-foot schooner built in 1873 that later served as a stone-hauling barge before sinking in a storm in 1912. Located 3000 metres from shore in Lake Ontario, this wreck site is accessible only by boat. The structure is significantly broken up, yet divers can observe the anchor, the ship's bell, a stove, and various tools and dishes. Depths range from 5 to 24 metres, with visibility between 3 and 15 metres. Conditions include mild currents and a thermocline. Due to the depth, cold water, and entanglement hazards, this site is suitable for advanced divers. Night diving is permitted.
43.93310, -78.29656
This shipwreck site is subject to recreational fishing traffic so divers should be on the lookout for fishing tackle caught in the mooring.
A short 10 minute boat ride from the Port Hope Launch.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-24m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
2-14°C
Current
Mild
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 5 to 24 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, cold water temperatures, and potential entanglement hazards.
This is a boat dive located 3000 metres from shore.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water, entanglement hazards, low visibility, and the presence of a thermocline.
Yes, the area offers parking, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
Diving at P.B. Locke in Port Hope requires the following certifications: Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
P.B. Locke in Port Hope typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at P.B. Locke in Port Hope typically ranges from 3 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.