Come see why some things were just meant to be seen. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse opens for the 2027 season! Experience the Fog Signal Whistle, climb the Tower stairs, take a guided tour of the grounds, and explore the “Castle on the Straits.”
A point in the storm and a guiding beacon since 1889, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse helped passing ships navigate through the treacherous waters of the Straits of Mackinac. Authentically restored quarters and exhibits, including the original lens, a chance to explore the second floor of the house, tours of the lighthouse tower, a movie, Shipwrecks of the Straits, and the Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Museum make this “Castle of the Straits” a true gem of the Great Lakes. #thisismackinac