Forty Mile Point Light

Forty Mile Point Light is a lighthouse on Lake Huron's shore in Presque Isle County, Michigan. The structure features red brick walls with white trim and a black lantern room at its top.

Construction of this lighthouse began in 1896 following Congressional approval of funding after several years of delay. It was built to assist ships navigating Lake Huron safely.

The site documents maritime navigation along Lake Huron through collected artifacts and displays. Visitors can observe how this location served mariners seeking safe passage along the coastline.

The grounds are open year-round, though guided tours run from Memorial Day through mid-October. Visitors should expect variable weather and dress in layers, especially when exposed to the lake breeze.

The navigation lens combines optical components manufactured across decades, from 1872 to 1919. This carefully assembled system produces a distinctive flash every three seconds.

Location: Presque Isle County

Inception: 1896

Height: 16 m

GPS coordinates: 45.48611,-83.91361

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:06