

Best for intermediate divers, 18-24m, boat entry, mild current.
The P.B. Locke is a shipwreck site located 3000 metres offshore in Lake Ontario. Divers can explore the wreck at depths ranging from 18 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres. Access to the site requires a boat. Visibility at the site varies significantly, ranging from 3 to 15 metres, and currents are generally mild. The site is suitable for intermediate divers. Due to the nature of the wreck, entanglement is a potential hazard. Water temperatures are cold, fluctuating between 2 and 14 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Night diving is permitted at this location.
43.91650, -78.29900
Divers should be on the lookout for and avoid fishing tackle caught in the mooring.
The site is a 10-minute boat ride from the Port Hope Launch.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
18-24m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
2-14°C
Current
Mild
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
The wreck lies at depths between 18 and 24 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres.
This is a boat dive located 3000 metres from the shore.
The main hazard for divers at the P.B. Locke is the risk of entanglement.
Yes, air fills and equipment rental are available through a local dive shop.
Diving at P.B. Locke Shipwreck in Port Hope requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
P.B. Locke Shipwreck in Port Hope typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at P.B. Locke Shipwreck in Port Hope typically ranges from 3 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.