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Whitefish Point Underwater Preserve
About this Dive Site
Description
Explore the haunting beauty of the Whitefish Point Underwater Preserve, a graveyard of Great Lakes maritime history. This protected area in Lake Superior boasts numerous shipwrecks, offering a glimpse into the past for divers of all levels, from the remarkably preserved to the dramatically collapsed.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
September, October
Jan
Ice diving possible, very cold
Feb
Ice diving conditions
Mar
Ice breaking up, still very cold
Apr
Ice melts, water very cold
More monthly highlights
May
Water warming, visibility improving
Jun
Good visibility, exploring shipwrecks
Jul
Pleasant water temperatures, excellent wreck diving
Aug
Peak summer, best wreck diving conditions
Sep
Clearer water, fall colors starting
Oct
Excellent visibility, dramatic shipwreck exploration
Nov
Water cooling, visibility decreasing
Dec
Water freezing over, limited diving
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