Dive in Explore82 Miles of coast, waves & wrecks Photo by Becky Schott Welcome to Lake Michigan’s Only National Marine Sanctuary Designated as the country’s 15th National Marine Sanctuary, Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast runs the coastline of Port Washington, Sheboygan, Manitowoc, and Two Rivers, and is home to one the most significant collections of intact shipwrecks in the world. While above water the Sanctuary features sand, surf, and sun – underwater houses 40 known shipwrecks—some in shallow waters, others some 450+ feet deep. What will you discover? 4 Coastal Communities 40 Known Wrecks 13 Public Beaches Coastal Trails and Hikes Take in the sights of our historic lighthouses, natural landscapes, and hidden gems along Lake Michigan’s coast. See Places to Visit Underwater Plus (+) Whether it’s an on-land, on-water, or underwater experience you crave, Wisconsin's Shipwreck Coast has activities and experiences everyone can enjoy! Explore Things to Do A destination Where History and Adventure Converge Along Wisconsin's Shipwreck Coast, you will find new places to explore- above and below the waves See Places to Visit Featured Wrecks Photo by Becky Schott Walter B. Allen Built 1866 Sank 1880 165ft Deep Near Sheboygan Learn more Hetty Taylor Built 1874 Sank 1880 100FT Deep Near Sheboygan Learn more Byron Built 1849 Sank 1867 135Ft Deep Near Amsterdam Learn more Previous Next SanctuarySpotlight Step aboard a WWII Submarine Walk through the USS Cobia, a fully restored WWII submarine, while learning about Manitowoc's history with manufacturing freshwater subs. Launch Tours