Grand Island, MI ( North Light)


	Grand Island North Grand Island, Michigan Built: (1855) 1867 Construction: Square / Integral brick Status: In-Active, Private Residence Location: North side of Grand Island, MI. Height: 62 feet Access: Ferry, about 8 mile hike through Grand Island. Private land with no direct access. Can be viewed from the beach just East of the lighthouse or by boat.
History : Located atop the breathtaking sandstone cliffs, this light could be seen far out into Lake Superior during the late part of the 19th century and early part of the 20th. Located on Munising Bay and protected by Grand Island, the City of Munising was a focal point for much maritime commerce, . Munising Bay was also used many times by ships seeking shelter from the quickly changing conditions of Lake Superior. The Light here was a welcome sight to many sailors caught up in Superiors rage and surely saved many lives. As toward the middle part of the 21st century, Munising maritime commerce decreased which brought about de-activation of the lighthouse in 1961. The lighthouse has since been replaced by an automated, mast mounted beacon. Grand Island itself is one of Michigan's great natural wonders. In 1990 she was designated as a National Recreation Area, and can be visited be taking a ferry that makes twice daily trips from Munising throughout the summer months. Photo courtesy of: U.S. Coast Guard