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.
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
- Hours: May 10 to June 11 - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. June 12 to August 21, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. August 22 to October 10 - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Historic Site Features:
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- Trail Head
- Historical Site
- Beach
- Natural Feature
- Campground
- Park
- Cultural Interest
- Scenic View
- Educational Interest
- Visitor Center
- Emergency Care
- Water Access
- Fishing
- Wildlife or Nature Viewing
- Trail Friendly Business
