New Presque Isle Lighthouse

The tallest lighthouse on Lake Huron

Presque Isle Light Station is a complex of three historic buildings, including a lighthouse tower and two keepers’ residences. Located on the Lake Huron shoreline near Presque Isle Harbor, the "New Presque Isle Light" is the tallest lighthouse tower accessible by the public on the Great Lakes. Built in 1870, it replaced the 1840 harbor light. The light station complex is part of a 99-acre township park that includes a playground, picnic area, pavilion, and nature trails. A gift shop is located in the original keeper's quarters connected to the tower. Visitors, for a nominal fee, may climb the 130 steps to the top of the tower for a spectacular view. An unattached 1905 keeper's dwelling has been painstakingly restored. It is now a museum that provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about local history, as well as how keepers and their families lived.

Birding Site: Enjoy the hiking trails and vistas overlooking Lake Huron. The best waterbird observation site is at the end of the driveway directly east of the lighthouse. All three species of scoters have been recorded here during migration. Daily counts of Long-tailed Ducks have exceeded a thousand birds on a good migration day in November.

Things to Do: Guided Tours, Hiking, Scenic Viewing, Kayaking

Hours: Fall, Spring, Summer; Restrooms Available

4500 East Grand Lake Road, Presque Isle, MI 49777

GPS: 45.35637, -83.49202