Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

Historic Lighthouse & Fog Signal Station

With its impressive buff-colored brick walls, large square tower topped with battlements, and elegant fourth-order Fresnel lens, this lighthouse-built in 1892-is a source for inspiration. And then there's the backdrop: Sparkling beach sand, the majestic Straits of Mackinac, and the magnificent Mackinac Bridge, acting as a vista connecting the past, present, and future. Climb the tower and breathe in the spectacular view as generations of lighthouse keepers did before you. Step inside the lighthouse and hear the Victrola play pre-World War I tunes in a period-styled sitting room. Explore nighttime navigation and Great Lakes shipwrecks. Interact with hands-on exhibits. Ask questions. Immerse yourself. Inside this stately structure, it's always 1910, so welcome and discover.

Access Type: Via Paved Road

Launch Type: Carry-in Launching (Kayak)

Beach Type: Gravel/Cobble

Beach Approach: Low Banks

Vehicle Parking: 40 spaces

Facilities/Services:

- 2 Restrooms (Flush)

- Handicapped Accessible Restrooms

- Public Telephone

- Water Faucet/Drinking Fountain

Day Use Facilities:

- Picnic Area

- Interpretive Facilities

- Cultural or Historic Site

Notes: Part of Mackinac State Park – Located on the East Side of the Bridge, the busy park has full day use facilities and historic and scenic points of interest. Use the parking lot adjacent to the Mackinac Bridge. Paddling around the waterfront of Mackinaw City offers an interesting mix of historic sites and parks. Waters in the straits are challenging with currents and waves. Be careful of heavy boat and ferry traffic paddling around the Mackinaw City waterfront. Weekday mornings will find less boat traffic.

Things to Do: Self-Guided Touring

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