Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

The staff was great. In costume, tours. Wonderful experience. We had William and Lawson as our guides. The grounds are immaculate. Fog horn was great. Gift store was great.

Make sure you wear shoes with backs or you can't go up the tower.

This little park at the foot of the mackinaw bridge is really nice. Great views of the bridge. A nice beach for a walk…it’s a little brisk though. Good parking, and easy clean bathrooms. There’s even some nice benches and picnic areas.

The lighthouse looks like a good historical stop as well…We open out due to our time schedule, …But next time!

A must see for anyone visiting Mackinac! The tour guide was well versed in not only this lighthouse, but the history of lighthouses in general across the globe! My family enjoyed the view from the top of the lighthouse and even witnessed a rare waterspout out in the straits from the lighthouse itself! The price is very reasonable at around $12 with tax and gives you a nice thirty minute tour along with access to the grounds where the lighthouse was established. There are even some fun things for kids to do inside the lighthouse to help them understand the science behind lighthouses. Parking was very adequate and it was not at all that busy on a weekday. Highly HIGHLY recommended!

This is a great stop. You enter through the gift shop where you purchase your tickets. The cost was $9.75 per person, and there is a discount if you have a military ID. The tour starts in the yard with brief information and sounding of the dog horn. You then can go on a swlf-guided tour of the lighthouse and museum. There is a video you can watch that is bet informative. The grounds are nice. You do need a separate ticket that comes with your admission if you want to climb to the top of the lighthouse. It is not handicap accessible to get up there. They do that part at specific times. You exit through the gift shop once again. The park employees are very nice.

Beautiful view to the bridge! My family we went up here to check out the blue ice!

The Castle on the Straits is an absolute must-see when visiting Mackinaw with very unique architecture! There’s all sorts of things to learn about, including a really cool Shipwreck Museum, a tour of the 52-foot lighthouse tower, details on the operation of the light/lens, and those who manned the lighthouse. The grounds are on the coast of the Straits and offer great views of Mackinac Bridge and Mackinac Island. You can buy Fort Michilimackinac and Lighthouse combo tickets, and I highly recommend it.

There's so much to learn here and the views of the water and bridge are amazing. It's so close to everything and a must see if you are in the area.

Nicely restored retired lighthouse. Tour guide was very knowledgeable. Small shipwreck museum and films about the area. Our family enjoyed climbing up the ladder to the top of the tower where the light originally was.

Amazing I highly recommend the family pass you can see all the stuff and it's one price .The lady that helped me behind the container was great. Lots of Michigan history. Love going to light houses.

A very scenic and enjoyable place to wander and explore. Lots of history and a spectacular view of the bridge and area from the lighthouse. Area is super clean there are lots of great photo opportunities.

Plenty of parking. Handicap parking is right up front. Pathways are paved and handicap friendly. Gorgeous view of the lighthouse and bridge. We walked the grounds and beach. We did not go inside.

This place is beautiful!!!! We can't wait to come back!

The lighthouse is closed during late fall and winter, but it's still a delight to visit. I have been here a few times and enjoyed seeing the lighthouse in the snow. It was also fun to go to in season. You do have to pay to enter and get access to all of the buildings. It is fascinating to learn the history of the area, it's keepers, how the lighthouse changed and evolved over time, and of the nearby shipwrecks. When we were here last year, my grandfather enjoyed finally being able to imb the tower, which does cost extra.

My son and I spend about an hour here. The shipwreck museum is awesome for such a small building. My son loved the large models showing the ships in their current state on the lake floors and what they looked like in there original glory. Some of the recovered artifacts were equally impressive. Climbing the lighthouse stairs to the lantern room was the best part and definitely worth the small admission cost.

One of my favorites but also an iconic lighthouse in Michigan. With the Mighty Mackinac Bridge in the background making for beautiful images!

Lovely park. We always stop on our way through. Clean bathrooms. Wonderful views of the bridge and ferry. Great beach area. Many shops and restaurants near. Worth the stop!

I stopped by September 7th and don’t recall if if was closed for the season or not. It’s located within Michilimackinac state park The outside is well kept and very photogenic. There are picnic areas, grills, benches, a gazebo and restrooms. Great views of the bridge just a little noisy due to it’s proximity. I would definitely stop by if you’re in the area.

Very cool to learn about the responsibilities that the people who worked in the lights house had. I would recommend the tour that goes up the lighthouse or you will not be able to go up the lighthouse.

Awesome museum and park. Small giftshop inside, and the ticket price was $9.75, but a great stop when visiting Mackinac. The park adjacent has great views of the bridge from the beach and bbq grills.

We didn't go inside, as other reviews pointed out that this point was a great pause before crossing the bridge, especially after a 3.5 hour drive from Ludington. But, it is a beautiful and well maintained lighthouse property in the park, which has a very clean public restroom.
We wanted to get back on the road, but given more time, I would love to have explored the lighthouse museum. This place deserves a bit more time to explore on your road trip.