Discover Michigan's Lighthouses

Discover the stunning beauty of Michigan by exploring its historic lighthouses. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a nature lover, exploring Michigan’s many lighthouses offers a unique way to experience the state’s scenic coastlines and rich maritime heritage. Start your adventure today!

Status

Region

Waterway

Status

Region

Waterway

Small red lighthouse with skeleton scaffolding overlooking water.

Alpena Light

Northern Michigan/
Lake Huron
Au Sable Light Station, a large white conical tower with a black cap and attached dwelling surrounded by red brick aux buildings.

Au Sable Light Station

Upper Peninsula/
Lake Superior
Graphic of a lighthouse and the state of Michigan with water behind.

Beaver Head Lighthouse

Northern Michigan/
Lake Michigan
Graphic of a lighthouse and the state of Michigan with water behind.

Beaver Island Harbor Light (Whiskey Point)

Northern Michigan/
Lake Michigan
Big bay lighthouse, a multistory brick structure on a cliff with a square light tower.

Big Bay Point Lighthouse

Upper Peninsula/
Lake Superior
Big sable point lighthouse, a large, conical lighthouse painted with thick horizontal black and white lines.

Big Sable Point Lighthouse

Western Michigan/
Lake Michigan
Graphic of a lighthouse and the state of Michigan with water behind.

Bois Blanc Island Lighthouse

Northern Michigan/
Lake Huron
Graphic of a lighthouse and the state of Michigan with water behind.

Cedar River Lighthouse

Upper Peninsula/
Lake Michigan
Cheboygan Crib Light, a short, white, octagonal lighthouse with a red cap.

Cheboygan Crib Light

Northern Michigan/
Lake Huron
Graphic of a lighthouse and the state of Michigan with water behind.

Cheboygan River Front Range Lighthouse

Northern Michigan/
Lake Huron
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