The main lighthouse structure models the Big Bay lighthouse which was being constructed simultaneously near Marquette in the Upper Peninsula. 40 Mile Point is a two-story duplex with a tower incorporated into the center of the side-wall facing Lake Huron. The county and the 40 Mile Point Lighthouse Society have been working to restore and preserve the entire site. The park is open year-round to the public. Rogers City, Michigan

Crisp Point was one of five Lake Superior U.S. Life-Saving Service Stations along the coast between Munising and Whitefish Point. It is located about fourteen miles west of Whitefish Point. It was built in 1875 and became operational in 1876 as Life Saving Station Number Ten, of the U.S. Life-Saving Service District 10 (it was later part of District 11) . Crisp Point inherited its name from one of the Life Saving Station keepers, an iron-willed boatman named Christopher Crisp. The other four Life-Saving Stations were Vermillion Point (now Vermilion), Two Heart River, Deer Park (formerly Sucker River Station and Muskallonge Lake Station) and Grand Marais. The Crisp Point Light Historical Society is a non-profit, charitable organization that has been formed to restore and preserve Crisp Point Lighthouse for ours and future generations to learn about and enjoy as a non-commercial historic attraction. Howell, Michigan

Since 1847, a lighthouse has been located at DeTour Passage at the northwestern head of Lake Huron. Originally placed on shore at Point DeTour, Michigan, the Light was moved offshore to DeTour Reef in 1931. The Light marks the mouth of the St. Mary's River, which connects Lake Huron to Lake Superior. It is well known to ship captains and pleasure boaters who sail the upper Great Lakes. For generations the Light at DeTour Passage has provided a beacon for those vessels seeking the "Gateway to Superior". Drummond Island, Michigan

Our mission is to preserve and restore Grand Haven's Entrance and Inner Lighthouse structures along with any associated artifacts. Through public promotion and education, onsite interpretive displays and artifact presentations, the history and importance of the lighthouse structures will be conveyed to residents and visitors alike. The lighthouses in Grand Haven do more than guide Lake Michigan sailors. Their magnificent presence symbolizes the rich history of our area and the commerce and recreational activities that have made Grand Haven what it is. Grand Haven, Michigan

Located on the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula in Northern Michigan, The Grand Traverse Light has been guiding ships and sailors since 1852. Northport, Michigan

A lighthouse at Granite Island, off Marquette, Lake Superior, Michigan

In 2010, the GSA, USCG and State of Michigan transferred the lighthouse and the rights to continue occupying the bottomlands to the City of Harbor Beach, and a very successful first season of tours began in 2011. Our tours are a first rate journey into the past and present, and our docent volunteers are well trained and organized. The lighthouse is restored to an early 20th century style, full of antique furnishings and other period pieces that approximate the lifestyle of a keeper and his family. Harbor Beach, Michigan

Welcome to the Bete Gris Light Station. You are visiting a working lighthouse with its original fourth order Fresnel Lens. Built in 1895, this lighthouse and its reservation remain unchanged from that time. Bete Gris, Michigan

The Michigan Lighthouse Alliance was founded in 2003, and is comprised of over 50 nonprofit organizations of lighthouse preservation groups and lighthouse stakeholders from around the state of Michigan. The Michigan Lighthouse Alliance shares technical expertise in several areas such as organizational development, community development, tourism, restoration and funding in addition to advocating for Michigan’s lighthouses. Traverse City, Michigan

Our web site contains information about lighthouses and life saving stations located in Michigan. MLC currently owns the Muskegon Lighthouses and we are working to preserve them.

This exciting endeavor has captured the attention of Lighthouse enthusiasts and adventuresome visitors to the Great Lakes State. There's something truly mysterious and magical about these historic Beacons of Light that leave you enchanted and inspired. We currently print 50,000 Michigan Lighthouse Guides annually. This very popular guide is available at Michigan Welcome Centers and at our Advertiser Link locations.

The Great Lakes State has more lighthouses than any other state in the nation, with 115 lights along the shores of Lakes Huron, Michigan, Superior and Erie.

The original Pointe aux Barques Lighthouse was constructed of rocks and stones from the shoreline of Lake Huron in 1848. The home and separate tower were located on a three acre clearing hacked out of the dense wilderness. The Pointe aux Barques Keeper's house and tower have been completely restored and contain history and artifacts from a bygone era. Port Hope, Michigan

The Port Austin Reef Light is located on Port Austin Reef, Michigan about 1 and ½ miles from the mainland, at the southerly side of the entrance to Saginaw Bay. It is 2 and 1`/2 miles due North of the Port Austin Harbor of Refuge. The Port Austin Reef Light is the most noticeable and visible historic landmark in the Port Austin area and dominates the northern Saginaw Bay horizon. Port Austin, Michigan

The Port Huron Museum preserves and illuminates the stories of Michigan and the Great Lakes, through the lives and experiences of local people. Offering the Huron Lightship Museum and the Coast Guard Cutter BRAMBLE Museum. The HURON was the last lightship on the Great Lakes when it was retired from active service in 1970. Fort Gratiot Lighthouse is Michigan's Oldest Lighthouse. Established in 1814, military Fort Gratiot, named after General Charles Gratiot, was established to guard the juncture of Lake Huron and the St. Clair River. With a surge of vessel traffic on Lake Huron in the early 1800s, the need for a Light Station to guide vessels through the water way became very important. In 1823 Congress approved the funds to build the first lighthouse in Michigan and the second oldest on the Great Lakes. Port Huron, Michigan

Round Island Lighthouse Preservation Society was formed in 2009 as a non-profit organization to help aid the preservation and restoration efforts at historic Round Island Lighthouse. Mission Statement: Preserving, educating, and providing public access to the Round Island Lighthouse, currently owned by the U.S Government and assigned to the U.S. Forest Service, located on Round Island, Mackinac County, Michigan

The purpose of SPLKA is to restore and preserve Big and Little Sable Lighthouses and the Ludington North Breakwater Light, provide education to the public about the lights, and allow the public to have the opportunity to climb the towers. Volunteers are our strength and are encouraged to play active roles in our program. Ludington, Michigan

Lake St. Clair has two lighthouse structures built before Abraham Lincoln was President of the United States. They still stand today just off the southeastern tip of Harsens Island. These lights guided ships into the fresh water delta once known as the Venice of America. If this maritime heritage on Lake St. Clair is to be saved, restoration efforts must continue. Save Our South Channel Lights is an all-volunteer, non profit organization that was formed to accomplish this. Harsens Island, Michigan

The Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse is located in Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula, in the town of Gulliver, MI. It is operated by the Gulliver Historical Society, Inc., in cooperation with the Department of Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation Division. Funded by the Society, monies are generated from State and Federal grants, private donations, fundraiser, memorials, gift shop sales, historic book sales and the "Adopt a Step and Brick Programs". The restoration of this site is being assisted by dedicated volunteers within the community. Our goal is to preserve the structures and promote an awareness and appreciation of our unique "Maritime History". Gulliver, Michigan

The all-volunteer Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse, Inc. has been working in concert with Benzie County since 2004, raising money, cleaning up the site, hiring professionals in historical restoration, and carrying out master plans for this treasured icon. We are proud to provide and manage public access to this still-operating Federal light. Frankfort, Michigan

Thunder Bay Island is listed on the National Register of Historic Places in America, and is located adjacent to the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve. We are dedicated to the education, preservation and restoration of Thunder Bay Island and its historic light station The goal of the Thunder Bay Island Lighthouse Preservation Society is the repair, restoration and maintenance of the remaining historic structures on the island. Alpena, Michigan

A silent and majestic sentinel, the Waugoshance Lighthouse marks the western entrance to the straits of Mackinac. Thousands of sailors and freighter captains have used Waugoshance to mark their arrival in the straits of Mackinac for business, sport and leisure. Mackinaw City, Michigan