Notes: This lighthouse replaced a series of lightships that had been stationed in the area since 1891. On October 13, 2016 the lighthouse was sold at a government auction to Bobby Sager for $52,777. Tower Height: 65 Height of Focal Plane: 82 Description of Tower: White, octagonal steel and concrete Art Deco tower on concrete crib.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1936 Date Present Tower Built: 1936 Date Automated: 1976 Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? No. Directions: Accessible by boat only. The lighthouse can be seen from lighthouse cruises offered by Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry Service. See www.sheplerswww.com/group/light.htm or call 231-436-5023. It can also be seen from tours offered by Mackinac Seaplane Tours -- see www.mackinacseaplanes.com or call 906-632-9746.
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