There are actually 2 lighthouses; what they call the "old" and the "new" - both are on a very scenic peninsula poking out into Lake Huron. The old is closer in. Old: Dates back to 1840. There are two main structures, a keeper's dwelling and a light tower. The light tower is about 30 feet tall; and for a small fee - you can ascend to the top and see Lake Huron and the surrounding area. You can also tour the old keeper's dwelling - there's some museum artifacts and gift shop - and it is free. On the grounds, you can ring the bell they have there - it touts itself at 3425 pounds, bigger that the Liberty Bell at 2080 pounds. You can walk out into Lake Huron. There's also old style "stocks" for a fun photo opp. New: Built in 1870, it replaced the 1840 harbor light. There are three main structures; the museum; keeper's house, and light tower. The light station grounds also have a playground, picnic area, nature trails, and a covered area at the tip of the peninsula for viewing. The museum building is free; for a small fee - you can ascend to the top of the tower - 130 steps - phenomenal view. If you get there in the summer between 11:00-4:00 - can tour the keeper's house - restored to about 110 years ago We hiked to the top; did the museum, took in the views - and spent 90 minutes between it all. read more

Presque Isle Lighthouse - Old Lighthouse and Bell - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Presque Isle, Michigan

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The tallest lighthouse in Michigan is right here in Presque Isle, MI. Surrounded by park land and the Lake Huron shoreline. Climb the lighthouse(136 steps) all the way to the top!! See freighters and Canada 36 miles away. There is a gift shop with wearables, games, ornamnets, knick-knacks, fudge, soda, etc. A nice stop while touring the Great Lakes shoreline read more