Located within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, the Au Sable Light Station sits on the south shore of Lake Superior, about 12 miles west of Grand Marais, Michigan. Constructed between 1873 and 1874, the white brick tower stands 86 feet tall and is anchored 23 feet into bedrock. It originally housed a third-order Fresnel lens, casting a fixed white beam visible up to 17 miles across the lake. Surrounding the tower are several historic structures, including the original keeper’s quarters, a fog signal building, and an oil house built in the 1890s. In 1909, new living quarters were added to accommodate multiple families, reflecting the station’s long history of continuous staffing—first by civilian keepers, and later by the U.S. Coast Guard until automation in 1958. Today, a solar-powered light shines from the tower’s catwalk, and the site is managed by the National Park Service.
Au Sable Light Station
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Grand Marais, MI 49839
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No matter what time of year you plan to travel to Munising, it’s best to plan to ensure your vacation goes as smoothly as possible. But don’t worry, we have all the resources you need.
Munising offers an array of options for dining out, from fast-casual establishments to upscale restaurants.Â
Munising offers countless lodging options to choose from, including boutique hotels, small family-owned motels, and secluded cottages and cabins.Â
Whether you want to snowmobile, view some of the most beautiful fall foliage in America, or relax on a magical beach, Munising’s four seasons have something for everyone.
While its rural location is part of the charm, cell service can be an issue for some arriving in the Upper Peninsula. Fortunately, we have a range of maps and guides to help you along the way.
