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Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

207 W Sinclair St, Mackinaw City, MI 49701
231 436 4100
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Duluth, Minnesota
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17 reviews 17 reviews
4 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

This lighthouse is in such a nice location - near the lake and the bridge. Nice location to take a stroll, even in the rain.

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Traverse City, Michigan
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

Beautiful lighthouse!! Worth seeing. Great views, I love going. I always get great pictures!! I definitely suggest going.

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Lansing, Michigan, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

What a beautiful Lighthouse sitting so close to the Mackinac Bridge and Lake Huron. Walked all around outside and took many pictures, in and out of the water!

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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19 reviews 19 reviews
4 attraction reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2012

This lighthouse has been restored to its original condition and has a lot of historical significance that you can learn about with your family, with your kids, or by yourself. If you are into nautical stuff, or lighthouses, or are just a history buff, you would probably enjoy this.

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Joplin, Missouri
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10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

My wife and I had a good time here. I suggest taking the guided tour up into the lighthouse. It was very informative and it is a nice view!

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Holly, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2012

This was our last stop before leaving Mackinaw City and we only wish that the inside was open. Beautiful lighthouse and if you're lucky to catch it on a sunny day a great view of the Straights, Bridge and Mackinaw Island. You can walk down to the water front and take some nice pictures.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012 via mobile

The light house, tower and tour guide were interesting and informative. Our guide did a wonderful job explaining the history of this light house, as well as the keepers who tended it. Also interesting movie on ship wrecks at the Straits

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West Allis, Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012

We weren't up to paying for the tour, but there was still plenty of info around the grounds. The view is amazing, and the lighthouse is picturesque. The gift shop was clean and pleasant. Overall, a nice experience.

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Clinton, Michigan
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2012

My husband and I got married here on 9/24/12 and just had the best time! The staff is very friendly (especially Scott Witsman) and of course the lighthouse is beautiful and the grounds are meticulously kept. This is one of our favorite places to visit when up north (obviously, since we got married there!). Definitely climb the lighthouse tower while... More

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Bentonville, Arkansas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 September 2012

This lighthouse is an exceptional experience and a must for your trip to Mackinaw City. The guide in period costume was energetic and informative. He shared a lot of information about the people who kept these lights burning "back in the day". You get a great view from the top looking out to the bridge.

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