Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary

500 W Fletcher St, Alpena, Michigan 49707 USA

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Sat 9a-7p

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Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is a marine protected area dedicated to maintaining the Great Lakes and its rich history. The cold, fresh water of Lake Huron has preserved a nationally significant collection of nearly 200 historic shipwrecks in and around the sanctuary. These shipwreck sites can be visited by participating in activities such as diving, snorkeling, and paddling. Through research, education, and community involvement, the sanctuary works to ensure that future generations will continue to experience and enjoy Thunder Bay’s irreplaceable underwater treasures. To learn more about this sanctuary, visitors should stop by the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center.

Reviewed by
Jennifer J.

July 22, 2019

Wonderful National treasure. The movies were excellent and the boat ride great. Only recommendation I would have is that it would be great to have more exhibits in the museum. Maybe you could have... Read more

Reviewed by
Dave C.

August 15, 2018

This place is free (unless you take the shipwreck tour which is $30) - with a ton of stuff for people of all ages; lots of information on shipwrecks, reading material, stuff salvages from the... Read more

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Christopher G.

April 16, 2016

Great place to take the kids on a rainy day! The kids are encouraged to explore, climb and investigate. There are some great exhibits, and we will be coming back to explore it a few more times in... Read more

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