McGulpin Point Lighthouse

500 Headlands Rd, Mackinaw City, MI 49701

  • Year built: 1869 - Deactivated in 1906 - Reopened in 2009
  • Steps: 44
  • Tower height: 38 feet
  • Focal height: 102 feet
  • Construction material: Brick
  • Color/markings: Natural brick, black lantern room
  • Type of light: 3.5 order Fresnel lens


  • Range of light: Estimated 10 to 15 nautical miles
  • Light characteristic: Single white flash every 3 seconds
  • Automation status: Deactivated due to Old Mackinac Point proximity
  • Notable information: Located off the shoreline is McGulpin Rock which was used as a navigational aid. It is reportedly 5 times larger than Plymouth Rock



McGulpin Point Lighthouse

500 Headlands Rd, Mackinaw City, MI 49701

  • Year built: 1869 - Deactivated in 1906 - Reopened in 2009
  • Steps: 44
  • Tower height: 38 feet
  • Focal height: 102 feet
  • Construction material: Brick
  • Color/markings: Natural brick, black lantern room
  • Type of light: 3.5 order Fresnel lens


  • Range of light: Estimated 10 to 15 nautical miles
  • Light characteristic: Single white flash every 3 seconds
  • Automation status: Deactivated due to Old Mackinac Point proximity
  • Notable information: Located off the shoreline is McGulpin Rock which was used as a navigational aid. It is reportedly 5 times larger than Plymouth Rock



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