#105 Granite Island Lighthouse

The Granite Island Lighthouse (#105 of 129) is located in Lake Superior off the shore of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

Location: Lake Superior
Coordinates: 46°43′15″N 87°24′43″W
Structure: Stone and Brick
Year First Lit: 1869
Focal Height: 93 feet (28 m)
Lens: 4th Order Fresnel

Fun Fact: This lighthouse sits upon a 2.49 acre island and is completely energy independent through the use of solar panels, wind generators, storage batteries, and a backup generator.

Privately owned, thank you to Scott Holman for the tour.

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