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Tawas Point Lighthouse

686 Tawas Beach Rd, East Tawas, MI
Ranked #2 of 3 attractions in East Tawas
4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Lighthouses
Most recent review
- 14 Apr 2012
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Bay City, Michigan, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Have made a few trips there. I love the history of our Michigan Lighthouses. This was the first one I ever visited. Well worth my time.

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midland, mi
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59 reviews 59 reviews
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

Very nice beach area, beautiful scenery. great place for a sunday drive.

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Bay City, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

excellent little hike and gorgeous views of the light house and the bay.

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Redford, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

Great place for an afternoon picnic and stroll along the beach

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Half Moon Bay, CA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011

Got there just before close on an August weekday. Good time to go since there was no lines or waiting. Gorgeous view from the top. Nice period displays in the living quarters.

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Rochester MI
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2011

The lighthouse keeper's house has now been restored. They have started on adding period items. this is one of many lighthouses where the second floor is reserved for volunteers who stay onsite and give tours and provide information. One of the more interesting aspects of this lighthouse is the dynamics of the Tawas Bay area - the sand had added... More

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Howell, MI
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10 reviews 10 reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2011
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I visited the Tawas Point lighthouse in East Tawas, Michigan, with folks who signed up to be volunteer lighthouse keepers for a week and were there for training. The lighthouse is located on Lake Huron within the Tawas Point State Park which is a lovely place that draws families throughout the summer. The lighthouse is attached to a museum that... More

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Bay City, Michigan
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1,326 helpful votes 1,326 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 June 2010

This lighthouse is located in East Tawas, MI. It is in Tawas Point State Park, in the day use area. There is just a short walk on a paved path from the parking lot, or paved paths from the campground. There was a $2 entry fee. The views are awesome, of course, and you can see miles over Lake Huron... More

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