Shipwreck Map | Atlantic Graveyard of the Sea | Wall Format (533 × 296 mm) | Premium Finishes

A haunting and compelling chart of maritime tragedy, Ghost Fleet of the Outer Banks maps one of the most infamous coastlines in nautical history. Originally created for National Geographic Magazine in 1970 and later issued in this 2008 edition, it documents over 500 shipwrecks scattered along the Atlantic seaboard off North Carolina’s Outer Banks.

Known as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic,” this treacherous stretch of coastline has claimed vessels for centuries—its shifting shoals, storms, and currents leaving behind a submerged fleet that still fascinates historians, divers, and maritime enthusiasts.

Why This Map Stands Out

A legendary maritime region
Captures the Outer Banks—one of the most dangerous and storied coastlines in the world.

Over 500 shipwrecks mapped
Plots the locations of vessels lost across centuries of Atlantic navigation.

A powerful historical narrative
Reveals the scale of maritime loss and the challenges faced by seafarers.

Classic National Geographic cartography
Clear, precise, and visually engaging.

A unique collector’s piece
Ideal for those drawn to nautical history, shipwrecks, and coastal exploration.

🗺️ What the Map Shows

• The coastline of the Outer Banks, North Carolina
• Locations of more than 500 shipwrecks along the Atlantic seafloor
• Coastal features including shoals, currents, and navigation hazards
• Historical shipping routes and areas of high maritime risk
• A visual representation of why this region earned its reputation as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic”
• The relationship between natural forces and maritime history

📐 Size & Format

533 mm (W) × 296 mm (H)
Landscape orientation

A compact, display-friendly format ideal for:

• Home offices and studies
• Nautical-themed interiors
• Libraries and maritime collections
• Feature walls with historical or coastal interest

✨ Premium Finishes

🔨 Please allow up to 10 working days for professionally mounted hang-railed finishes.

📊 Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Maritime history enthusiasts and shipwreck researchers
• Sailors, divers, and lovers of coastal exploration
• Collectors of National Geographic nautical maps
• Interiors inspired by oceans, history, and navigation
• Gift buyers seeking a unique and atmospheric map

⚓ The Graveyard of the Atlantic

Along this stretch of coast:

• Shifting sands and hidden shoals claimed countless ships
• Storms and currents turned navigation into a gamble
• Vessels from different eras now rest beneath the waves
• History lies scattered across the ocean floor

This map captures that legacy—revealing a coastline where nature and navigation have long been in conflict.

🤝 Our Commitment

• Printed in Australia using archival-quality production
• Faithfully reproduced to preserve clarity and historical detail
• Premium materials selected for durability and longevity
• Each map is hand-checked before dispatch
• Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🚚 Delivery

• Paper, Laminated, Canvas (rolled): Dispatch within 1–2 business days
• Hang-Railed Maps: Made to order—allow up to 10 working days
• Packaging: Securely rolled in protective tubing

Explore a coastline steeped in maritime history—
a map that brings the lost fleet of the Atlantic vividly to life.

👉 Order now and own a remarkable piece of nautical history.