South Manitou Light

No trip to beautiful South Manitou Island is complete without a stop at the lighthouse, which was operational between 1871 and 1958. Today, the lighthouse offers arresting views of Sleeping Bear bay and a fascinating historical diversion for travelers to South Manitou Island.

Location: South Manitou Island. Can be reached via Ferry

Website: https://www.nps.gov/places/000/south-manitou-lighthouse-complex.htm

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