Mission Point Lighthouse
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This picturesque beacon was built to keep boats safe shortly after the Civil War.

šŸ“œ Picturesque beacon built shortly after the Civil War.
šŸ” Located on the 45th parallel at the tip of Old Mission Peninsula.

Why Go

šŸŒŠ Explore Michigan's idyllic lighthouse
šŸš¶ Hike and nordic ski on year-round trails
šŸ“š Learn about history and a rare female lightkeeper
šŸ’Ž Search for Petoskey stones on the beach

Why Avoid

ā™æ Lighthouse interior not wheelchair accessible
šŸš« No indoor public toilets or food/beverages sold

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Best to visit April through October
šŸ…æļø Free public parking lot available
šŸ¶ Dogs welcome in the park, but not inside buildings

Cost

šŸ’° Adults $8, children (6-12) $2, under 5 free.

Hours

šŸ•’ May-Oct: Wed-Mon 10 AM-5 PM; Nov: weekends Noon-4 PM; Dec-Apr: closed.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Free public lot.
Buses, RVs, motorhomes must park on Center Road/M-37.

šŸš» Toilets

Outdoor toilets available in the park.

šŸ• Dogs

Friendly dogs welcome in the park.
Not allowed inside the lighthouse/gift shop.

ā™æ Accessibility

Paved sidewalk to lighthouse.
Lighthouse interior not handicap accessible.

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