Beaver Head Lighthouse — Attraction in Peaine Township

An interesting park like setting with numerous old buildings to explore. Most were closed for the season but highly recommend the walk to the Lake Michigan shoreline. The lighthouse tower is wide open to visitors and the climb to the top does offer some nice views. But be aware, the stairs are circular, very narrow, no guard railing on the inside of the curve, and getting into the upper deck where the lens once sat means crawling through a tiny hatch. Not a journey for those with a sense of vertigo; and somewhat frightening even for...

The Beaver Island Head Lighthouse is an iconic landmark that offers stunning views of the surrounding waters. This historic lighthouse is known for its unique architecture and the important role it played in guiding ships through the Great Lakes. A tour of the lighthouse provides a glimpse into the island's maritime history and a chance to climb to the top for a panoramic view...

I love a good light house and this one is great. It’s a rather important piece of Great Lakes and American history, quite interesting. There was no one else in the area, whether that was because of the weather or its location, either way it was nice. The tower is open to the public but the keeper’s house is under construction. If you can visit, I think it’s a great place...