Bois Blanc Island Lighthouse and Blockhouse
Bois Blanc Island Lighthouse and Blockhouse, Lighthouse and military blockhouse in Amherstburg, Canada.
The limestone lighthouse tower and wooden blockhouse stand at the southern end of Bois Blanc Island, overlooking the Detroit River navigation channel.
Built in 1836, the lighthouse guided maritime traffic through the Detroit River while the 1839 blockhouse protected Fort Malden during regional conflicts.
The site preserves military and maritime infrastructure from the 1830s, representing early Canadian defensive strategies and navigation requirements along the Great Lakes.
The location operates under Fort Malden National Historic Site management, with restricted public access and viewing possibilities from Amherstburg's shoreline.
The lighthouse tower rises 12.19 meters with tapered sides, while the square blockhouse features two stories of wooden construction with a wood-tile roof.
Location: Amherstburg
Floors above the ground: 2
GPS coordinates: 42.08783,-83.11986
Latest update: March 21, 2025 05:50
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