Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Preserve, Marine archeological preserve at Straits of Mackinac, Michigan, United States.
The preserve spans 148 square miles of water between Lakes Michigan and Huron, containing over 90 documented shipwrecks in various depths and conditions.
The preserve includes the Cedarville, a 604-foot freighter that sank in 1965 after colliding with another vessel during dense fog conditions.
The Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Museum displays scale models of three major wrecks: the Sandusky, Eber Ward, and Cedarville, showing their original and current states.
Fourteen marked shipwrecks are accessible for experienced divers, while eight additional buoyed sites in shallower waters accommodate beginner exploration levels.
Marine formations of Mackinac Breccia remain visible underwater near Arch Rock, offering geological insights alongside the historical shipwreck sites.
Location: Michigan
GPS coordinates: 45.81420,-84.74900
Latest update: March 9, 2025 18:18
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