Old Mission Point Park Water Access

Water access from beach

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Built in 1870, this light is now maintained by Peninsula Township and short-term keepers are allowed to live in the lighthouse. It is half way between the North Pole and the Equator exactly on the 45th parallel. It was decommissioned in 1933. Hours are 10am to 5pm, daily, April - October and weekends only November - December. Self-guided tours are available seven days a week from which includes access to the tower. To confirm these times call first. Available at no charge is the Hessler Log Cabin, a restored turn of the century log cabin on the lighthouse grounds. Ages 13 and up - $8, ages 6 to 12 - $2, Children five and under - free. Grounds open, dwelling/tower open in season.

Mission Point
Path to access
Mission Point
Path to access
Mission Point
View North
Mission Point
View South
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Lighthouse
Mission Point
Stairs from park to shoreline
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Parking

Available in Spring Available in Summer Available in Fall Public Restrooms

Center Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
GPS: 44° 59.28660, -85° 28.77900
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