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Manistique Lighthouse

Iso R 6s🇺🇸Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Manistique Lighthouse

The Manistique East Breakwater Light is situated in the harbor of Manistique, Michigan. Its focal height reaches 15 meters. The light emits a red color. The lighthouse is currently operational.

Why it matters: It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.

Background
The Manistique East Breakwater Light is a lighthouse located in the harbor of Manistique, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso R 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
15m

Location

City
Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
45.9447°
Longitude
-86.2479°

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Construction & History

Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Manistique Lighthouse at night?+
Manistique displays the characteristic Iso R 6s — 1 red flash every 6 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Manistique Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Manistique Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MANISTIQUE at 0.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include FAIRPORT FISHERY (26.1 NM SW), MUNISING (32.6 NM NNW), Beaver Island (32.8 NM ESE), GLADSTONE (32.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Manistique Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Manistique Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Manistique Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Manistique Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.