Plongée à Lake Huron Wrecks — United States

Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary protects over 100 shipwrecks spanning 200 years of Great Lakes maritime history, many in cold freshwater that preserves them in astonishing detail. From shallow schooners to deep freighters, the range suits every certification level. Drysuit and cold-water skills are essential — Lake Huron bottom temps hover near 4°C even in summer.

Score
57.9
Visibilité
5–20m
Température
4–18°C
Meilleurs mois
June, July, August
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Lake Huron Wrecks
United StatesGreat Lakes
57.9

SCORE

44.9914°N

-83.3597°E

Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary protects over 100 shipwrecks spanning 200 years of Great Lakes maritime history, many in cold freshwater that preserves them in astonishing detail. From shallow schooners to deep freighters, the range suits every certification level. Drysuit and cold-water skills are essential — Lake Huron bottom temps hover near 4°C even in summer.

Freshwater Shipwreck Museum

Visibility5–20 m
Temperature4–18°C
Max Depth60 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$90
Best MonthsJune, July, August, September
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML30.0CH5.0VIS55.0SV82.0TMP18.0DA78.0OP75.0TS62.0GT65.0VAL78.0CRD75.0SP72.0

Marine Life

30.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
28
Megafauna Encounters
15
Reef Fish Abundance
25
Macro Life
35
Endemic Species
38
Marine Life Diversity
30.0
Coral & Reef Health
5.0
Visibility & Conditions
55.0
Dive Site Variety
82.0
Water Temperature
18.0
Depth & Access
78.0
Operator Quality
75.0
Topside Experience
62.0
Getting There
65.0
Value & Cost
78.0
Crowding
75.0
Social Proof
72.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Great news for traveling couples and families — this is a budget-friendly destination with plenty of affordable topside activities to keep non-divers happy while you explore below the surface.

Activities for Non-Divers

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Centerglass-bottom boat toursMackinac Island day tripfall foliage drives

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary visitor center

Non-Diver Score

6/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber200 km — University of Michigan Hospital Hyperbaric Unit, Ann Arbor
Nearest Hospital5 km

Alpena Regional Medical Center handles emergencies; nearest hyperbaric chamber in Ann Arbor (200 km) — drysuit and conservative profiles essential

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Thunder Bay Scuba

PADI

4.6
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