North Manitou Island Light, Lighthouse in North Manitou Island, Michigan, United States.
The North Manitou Shoal Light stands on a steel structure in Lake Michigan, rising about 79 feet (24 meters) above water with a tower and maintenance building. It sits roughly one mile (1.6 km) offshore from North Manitou Island and serves as an active navigational aid for passing vessels.
This structure was built in 1935 by the United States Lighthouse Service to mark hazardous shoals in the Manitou Passage. It replaced an earlier lightship that had been stationed at the location.
The name comes from the Manitou Islands, which hold spiritual significance in Ojibwe traditions. Visitors can observe how this offshore structure connects to the maritime history of the Great Lakes region.
The structure is visible from the water and operates with solar-powered equipment, making it self-sufficient for navigation purposes. Access is best achieved by boat from the Leland area or from nearby islands in Lake Michigan.
The original four-sided lens system was removed in the early 2000s and now sits in the Cannery Boat Museum in Glen Haven. A modern automated light has taken over its guiding role for vessels passing through the channel.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Glen Haven, Michigan
19 km
Leelanau State Park
34.4 km
South Manitou Island Lighthouse
12 km
Grand Traverse Light
36.4 km
South Fox Island Light
36.5 km
Port Oneida Rural Historic District
17.3 km
Leland Historic District
16.6 km
SS Jarvis Lord
11.3 km
North Manitou Shoal Light Station
4.8 km
Grove Hill New Mission Church
29.7 km
North Manitou Island Lifesaving Station
6.6 km
Saint Joseph's Catholic Church
19.8 km
Fountain Point
22.8 km
Empire School
29.1 km
William and Margaret McFarland Core Farm
29 km
Old Mission Inn
38.9 km
Lake Leelanau Narrows Bridge
21.8 km
George Conrad Hutzler Farm
13.6 km
Hutzler's Barn
12.2 km
Omena Historic District
29.6 km
Bingham District No. 5 Schoolhouse
30.9 km
Boathouse #2
18.1 km
Van's Beach
16.4 km
Christmas Cove Beach
28.6 km
Mission Point Light
38.9 km
Manning Memorial Light
28.9 km
Bay Theatre
26.5 km
Fishtown Historic District
16.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes