USS Cod

USS Cod is a World War II submarine permanently moored at North Coast Harbor in Cleveland. The vessel measures 312 feet long and offers a fully preserved walkthrough of all major sections, from torpedo rooms to the conning tower.

The submarine entered service in 1943 and spent several years on patrol against Japanese shipping in the Pacific war zone. After the conflict, it served as a training vessel before arriving in Cleveland as a museum ship in 1971.

The submarine preserves its original fittings and lets visitors board through the same hatches once used by crew members. The cramped interior layout shows clearly the conditions under which sailors lived and worked during their missions.

Visitors should be prepared for steep metal ladders and low overhead clearances, as moving through the interior requires physical agility. On summer days, the inside can get quite warm, so light clothing and enough water are advisable.

In 1945, the vessel carried out the only documented rescue operation in which one submarine crew saved another from a stranded Dutch boat. This unusual operation took place off the coast of Borneo and all 56 men were brought to safety.

Location: Cleveland

GPS coordinates: 41.51008,-81.69158

Latest update: December 9, 2025 13:10