

Best for intermediate divers, 2-35m, boat entry, mild current.
The Sadie Thompson is a wreck site serving as an artificial reef in the Great Lakes region. Located 1609 metres from shore, this site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers. The wreck lies at depths between 2 and 35 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 40 metres. Due to cold freshwater temperatures between 1 and 13 degrees Celsius, drysuits are necessary. Divers must manage risks associated with significant depth, including nitrogen narcosis and the potential requirement for decompression stops. Entanglement hazards exist within the wreck structure, necessitating careful buoyancy control and planning.
46.70643, -85.00328
It makes a good dive when the weather is from the west or northwest and too bad to dive elsewhere.
Located about six miles south of Whitefish Point, Michigan.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 35m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
1-13°C
Current
Mild
There is no specific data regarding marine life at this site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth, cold water, and potential for entanglement.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 2 to 35 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 1609 metres from shore.
While the wreck structure reaches up to 2 metres, the site is primarily intended for scuba diving due to the depth and cold water conditions.
Hazards include extreme cold water, significant depth, potential for nitrogen narcosis, decompression requirements, and entanglement risks within the wreck.
Diving at Sadie Thompson Wreck in Whitefish Point, MI requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Sadie Thompson Wreck in Whitefish Point, MI. Water temperatures range from 1°C to 13°C.
Sadie Thompson Wreck in Whitefish Point, MI typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sadie Thompson Wreck in Whitefish Point, MI typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.