Michigan

Michigan is one of the best dive sites in the United States and it’s all about wrecks when diving in Michigan. Thunder Bay, home to over 100 wrecks is a national marine sanctuary with gems lying as little as a few inches to 200 feet. Among the most popular is the ‘Montana’, a 235-sidewheel steamer that sunk after a fire.

One of the richest areas in Michigan for wreck diving is the Manitou Passage Underwater Preserve which surrounds the Manitou Islands, part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Wrecks to check out include Francisco Morazan, Three Brothers, and Walter L.Frost. Lake Michigan is also well worth a visit, with over 3000 shipwrecks- all full of unique stories and many dating back to the 1800s. The recreational dive season in Michigan is from May to November, though it is possible to dive a number of the lakes all year. During the winter months, water temperatures can drop, you should prepare a dry suit with thermal garments and a redundant air supply is required.

Location: Michigan, US.

Best Time To Dive: May to November.