Grand Island East Channel Light
Grand Island East Channel Light, Wooden lighthouse in Munising, Michigan, US.
The Grand Island East Channel Light features a square tower with a decagonal lantern attached to a rectangular keeper's residence, reaching 45 feet in height.
The lighthouse began operations in 1868 to guide vessels from Lake Superior through the eastern channel of Grand Island into Munising Harbor, serving until 1908.
The preservation efforts of the Grand Island East Channel Lighthouse Rescue Committee demonstrate the local community's dedication to maintaining maritime structures.
Visitors can observe the lighthouse from boat tours departing from Munising harbor between Memorial Day weekend and October 10 each year.
The structure sustained lightning damage in 1891, requiring extensive repairs to both the tower and the keeper's dwelling.
Location: Alger County
Made from material: lumber
GPS coordinates: 46.45667,-86.62333
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
Michigan features historical sites and natural areas with lighthouses, waterfalls, and sand beaches. The region presents geological formations, old forests, and industrial monuments. The landscape includes lakes, cliffs, and dunes, while historical buildings document the state's development.
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