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Location: Located on the eastern side of Thunder Bay Island, 12 miles east of Alpena.
Latitude: 45.03735
Longitude: -83.19431

Travel Instructions: A boat or plane is needed to see the light. We chartered a boat out of Alpena, and would recommend a trip with R.J. Dives. In addition to the lighthouse, we were able to see several boat wrecks.

You can get an up-close look at the lighthouse by joining the Thunder Bay Island Lighthouse Preservation Society and helping with the restoration effort.

The lighthouse is owned by the Coast Guard and managed by the Thunder Bay Island Lighthouse Preservation Society. Grounds open, dwelling/tower closed.

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