Wreck of Parkmore

Protected Area

Red Rocks and Longay

Why dive here

With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Wreck of Parkmore offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 112+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Now, for something a bit different. The *Parkmore* on Scotland’s west coast isn’t one of those warm, colourful dives, but it holds a real, rugged charm. We’ve always been drawn to wrecks that tell a story, and this one, sitting upright with its bow pointing west, has a quiet dignity. You’ll drop down onto the main deck, often finding a friendly conger eel peeking from a pipe, or a curious wrasse darting through the superstructure. What we really love about the *Parkmore* is how intact it feels. You can swim through various parts, explore the engine room, and even poke around in the holds, which are often home to squat lobsters and crabs. It’s not a dive for beginners, mind you – the conditions can be challenging, with visibility varying wildly and currents sometimes putting in an appearance. But for experienced wreck divers, it offers a truly atmospheric dive, a glimpse into maritime history, and a chance to see how the cold, dark waters of Scotland have claimed and transformed a vessel. Our favourite spot is usually around the stern, where the prop shaft leads away into the gloom, a perfect photographic subject when the light hits it just right.