A tactical anchorage on the Otonabee River between Peterborough and Lakefield. Used primarily as an early morning staging position to arrive at the Peterborough Lift Lock (Lock 21) or Lakefield Lock (Lock 26) for the first lockage of the day.
| GPS Coordinates | 44.375°N, 78.285°W ⚠ Unverified |
| Water Body | Otonabee River |
| Region | Kawarthas |
| Depth Range | 2.4+ m 8–12 ft — Sailing Breezes |
| Bottom Type | Mud/silt |
| Holding Quality | Good |
| Nearest Lock | Lock 21 — Peterborough Lift Lock (~5 km) |
| Overnight | ⚠ Conditional |
River anchorage with moderate protection from tree-lined banks. The Otonabee River channel is narrow here, limiting fetch. Wake from other vessels is the main concern. Tactical overnight staging spot, not a destination anchorage.
| Dinghy Access | ✗ No |
| Pet Friendly | No votes yet |
This is a tactical anchorage, not a destination. Set the alarm, pull the hook at first light, and be at the lift lock when it opens. The Peterborough Lift Lock is the world's highest hydraulic lift lock at 65 feet — worth the early start.
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