Isabella (pre-1872)

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

• Name: Isabella
• Type: Schooner
• Year Built:
• Builder:
• Dimensions: Unknown
• Registered Tonnage: Unknown
• Location: Near Orillia, Ontario
• Official Number: Unknown
• Original Owners: Unknown
• Number of Masts: Unknown

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

Schooner

Description

The Isabella was a schooner operating on the inland waters of Ontario during the mid-19th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.

History

In 1872, the Isabella was destroyed by fire near Orillia, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Orillia, located between Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe, was a significant area for maritime activity during this period, serving as a hub for vessels navigating the Trent-Severn Waterway and connecting to various trade routes.

Significant Incidents

• Fire Incident: The Isabella was destroyed by fire in 1872, leading to its total loss.

Final Disposition

Following the fire, the Isabella was a total loss. There is no available information indicating that the vessel was salvaged or that any significant recovery efforts were undertaken.

Current Condition & Accessibility

There are no records indicating that the wreck of the Isabella has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.

Resources & Links

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The loss of the Isabella in 1872 near Orillia adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on Ontario’s inland waters. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its destruction are scarce, the event underscores the risks faced by 19th-century schooners operating in the region. Further research and exploration may one day shed more light on this enigmatic shipwreck.