Marquette Harbor Lighthouse

The Marquette Harbor Lighthouse is located on Lighthouse Point, not far from downtown Marquette, on a two and a half acres parcel on the shores of Lake Superior. The first Marquette Harbor Light was built in 1853, the current structure was built in 1866.  A second story was added in the lighthouse in 1909. The lighthouse was vital for the iron ore trade in the 1800s.

The lighthouse, which still shines today, is now maintained by the Marquette Maritime Museum. From mid-May to mid-October tours of the iconic red lighthouse and the museum are offered for a fee.

There are a number of parking options for visiting the lighthouse and museum. On Lakeshore Boulevard there is a paved lot between the water treatment plant and the U.S. Coast Guard building. There is a lot off Arch Street near Lake Superior. Another option is to park in front the Maritime Museum.