WHITEFISH POINT LIGHTHOUSE

This light, the oldest active on Lake Superior, began operating in 1849, though the present tower was constructed later. Early a stopping place FOR Indians, voyagers, and Jesuit missionaries, the point marks a course change for ore boats and other ships navigating this treachous coast~line to and from St. Mary's Canal. Since 1971 the light, fog signal, and radio beacon have been automated and controlled from Sault Ste. Marie.

MICHIGAN HISTORICAL DIVISION, DEPARTMENT OF STATE REGISTERD LOCAL SITE NO. 272

PROPERTY OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN 1974

The light house is part of the shipwreck museum, a ticket for the museum allows you to tour the lighthouse also. As you can see it is a popular destination in the summer.

you can get a hi resolution image of the light house by clicking on the picture