

Best for intermediate divers, 20-43m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Straits of Mackinac feature a collection of shipwrecks preserved in cold freshwater at the junction of Lakes Huron and Michigan. These sites offer depths between 20 and 43 metres, with an average of 30 metres. Divers encounter overhead environments, moderate currents, and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain cold, typically requiring dry suits. Access is exclusively by boat, and due to the technical nature of the wrecks, heavy boat traffic, and depth, intermediate to advanced wreck and deep diving qualifications are required. Guided tours through local dive shops are strongly advised to manage site-specific hazards and variable conditions.
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Boat traffic through the straits is heavy, so stay close to your group and deploy a surface marker buoy well before ascending. Booking through a local dive shop that offers guided wreck tours is strongly advised, as current timing and site-specific hazards are highly variable.
Public boat access is available in Mackinaw City and St. Ignace. Charter boats are available to take certified scuba divers to the sites.
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Depth
20-43m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
1-12°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The wrecks are located at depths ranging from 20 to 43 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate to advanced divers who possess specific wreck and deep diving certifications.
Access to these wreck sites is exclusively by boat.
Water temperatures range from 1 to 12 degrees Celsius, with bottom temperatures typically around 4 degrees Celsius, necessitating the use of dry suits.
Divers must manage overhead environments, cold water, moderate currents, low visibility, and heavy boat traffic. Deploying a surface marker buoy before ascending is essential.
Diving at Straits of Mackinaw in Mackinaw City requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Straits of Mackinaw in Mackinaw City. Water temperatures range from 1°C to 12°C.
The best months to visit Straits of Mackinaw in Mackinaw City are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.