Munising area lighthouses

This privately owned lighthouse sits on the southeast shore of Grand Island. The East Channel Lighthouse started operation in 1867 and warned incoming vessels of the narrow passage into Munising Bay. This lighthouse is one of the most photographed lighthouses on the Great Lakes as two local boat tour companies navigate pass it. There is no public access to the lighthouse.

location: Grand Island, Munising
GPS coordinates: N 46° 27.404 W 86° 37.401

Constructed in 1856, this lighthouse stands atop a 175 foot cliff on Grand Island's north shore. The lighthouse is no longer operational and is privately owned. The only way to view this beautiful structure is by air or water. There is no public access to the lighthouse.

location: Grand Island, Munising
GPS coordinates: N 46° 33.445 W 86° 39.362

Built in 1874, the Au Sable Light Station is located 12 miles west of Grand Marais, Mich. A fog signal building was constructed 1897. The light is now automated and guided tours run from June-August.

location: Drive 12 miles west of Grand Marais to the Hurricane River Campground then 1.5 miles (walk) east.
GPS coordinates: N 46° 40.385 W 86° 08.346
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Constructed in 1907, this front and rear range lights still operated and assist ships entering the east channel of Munising Bay. The rear range light is located two blocks south at the end of Hickory Street.

location: 604 West Munising Avenue, Munising
GPS coordinates: N 46° 24.885 W 86° 39.707
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The Christmas Range Lights consists of front and rear lights once used to guide ships into the shipping channel. The rear light was abandoned in 1969 and is now overseen by the U.S. Forest Service. Tours of the rear range light are offered in July & August. Contact Visitor Information Center at (906) 387-3700 for more info.

location: Drive M-28 west, between Munising and Christmas near the "Welcome to Christmas" sign.
GPS coordinates: N 46° 26.212 W 86° 41.501
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