Milliken State Park Lighthouse — Attraction in Detroit

I went to the trouble of renting a scooter to make my way from the RenCen to the Milliken Harbor so that I could view and appreciate the Milliken Lighthouse. Only recently constructed in 2004 during the first phase of the park's development, it stands at 63 feet tall and was designed as a scaled-down replica of the Tawas Point Lighthouse, a historic beacon on Lake Huron built in 1876.

This lighthouse doesn't serve a traditional navigational role like its Great Lakes predecessors. Instead, it marks the entrance to the harbor and serves as a visual anchor for the park. The park itself was originally named Tri-Centennial State Park, commemorating the founding of Fort Detroit in 1701, and was later renamed in 2009 to honor Governor William G. Milliken, a champion of environmental stewardship.

The lighthouse is not open for touring but the grounds around it are fully accessible from all angles. It is a rare lighthouse that is visible from...

We are in the marina and it is very small but the people here are wonderful. We were supposed to go along the wall but we draft seven and a half feet on our boat and there are rocks and tree trunks along the wall so we were not able to tie up. Art who has a slip here contacted a friend of his that was gone overnight so we were able to use his slip. It's just nice to know that people try to help one another. One special note the laundry is free. The harbor is right next to the Aretha Franklin Amphitheater so we're going to be able to listen to a...

Visited the Milliken State Park Lighthouse and absolutely loved the serene vibe! The location is stunning, with the Detroit River as a perfect backdrop, ships gently passing by, and a peaceful waterfront atmosphere. It’s a photographer’s dream — the lighthouse, river, and skyline create such a beautiful frame. I stayed back for the sunset, and it was magical watching the sky transform into shades of orange and pink over the water. A perfect spot for a relaxing walk, soaking in the views, or just sitting back and enjoying nature right in the heart...