Wisconsin Lighthouses

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:16 AM

For more than 100 years, Wisconsin lighthouses have guided ships through our Great Lakes and inland waters. More than 30 of these historic structures are still standing and many are still serving their original purpose. Some are open to the public and several offer tours.

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:20 AM

Algoma Pierhead, WI

Located at the end of the northern pier marking the entrance to the Ahnapee River in Algoma.

The lighthouse is owned by the Coast Guard. Grounds open, tower closed.

From Highway 42 in Algoma, go east on Fremont Street. Take a left onto Lake Street, where you can park and view the light at the end of the two-piece pier across the Ahnapee River.

To learn more about the Algoma Pierhead Lighthouse visit
Seeing The Light - Algoma Pierhead Lighthouse

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:23 AM

Ashland Breakwater Lighthouse built in 1913

Located at the end of a detached breakwater extending from near Ashland far out into Chequamegon Bay.

There are NO TOURS, however, views of the lighthouse can be seen from several places in Ashland along Highway 2. The best place is Bayview Park.

The lighthouse is owned by the Coast Guard, and the tower closed.

To learn more about the Ashland Breakwater Lighthouse and view some photos visist Seeing The Light - Ashland Breakwater Lighthouse

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:29 AM

ASYLUM POINT LIGHTHOUSE

Located at Asylum Point, north of Oshkosh

From Highway 76, north of Oshkosh, turn east onto Snell and follow it for 1.0 mile where it tees at Sherman Road. Turn right on Sherman Road and continue to the parking area at the end of the road, where you will see the lighthouse

The lighthouse is owned by Winnebago County. The Grounds are open, but the tower is closed.

Here is a interesting write up on Asylum Point
Lighthouses Forever: Convicts restore Asylum Point lighthouse

Quote:

The lighthouse, reportedly the result of a 1937 project of the Works Progress Administration, was rejected by the Department of Transportation as a navigational light for the lake and was thus never lit. In 2007, the lighthouse received a $4,000 makeover with labor provided by inmates from the Winnebago Correctional Institute. Parts of the wooden lantern room were replaced, windows were refitted, and the metal roof was rebuilt

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:32 AM

Baileys Harbor Lighthouse

Built in 1851-1852

Located on Lighthouse Island found on the eastern side of Baileys Harbor

From Highway 57 just north of Baileys Harbor, turn east on Ridges Road and follow it as it wraps around to the far side of the harbor, passing Baileys Harbor Yacht Club. Where the road makes a sharp left turn, go straight on the dirt road and you will see the island and lighthouse off to your right.

The lighthouse is privately owned. Grounds/dwelling/tower all closed.

Great history and pictures can be found at
Seeing The Light - Bailey's Harbor Old Lighthouse

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:35 AM

Baileys Harbor Range Lights

Located in Baileys Harbor Ridges Park just north of Baileys Harbor

From Highway 57 just north of the town of Baileys Harbor, turn east onto Ridges Road and follow it 0.3 miles to the Bailey Harbor Range Lights

The lights are owned by Door County. Grounds open, dwelling/towers closed.

History on Baileys Harbor Range Lights at
Baileys Harbor Range Lights

Quote:

Built in 1870 at a cost of $6,000, the range lights are identical to the Presque Isle Range Lights on Lake Huron which were built the same year. These range lights replaced the Baileys Harbor light in the outer harbor.

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:41 AM

Boyer Bluff Lighthouse

Located on the northwestern tip of Washington Island, just off the northern end of the Door County Peninsula

Washington Island is accessible via a car ferry from Northport, located on the northern tip of the Door County Peninsula

The Boyer Bluff Light is an active light managed by the U.S. Coast Guard, although it is not technically a lighthouse because it is not enclosed. It consists of a 220-foot steel skeletal tower

The light is owned by the Coast Guard. The Grounds & tower are closed.

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:46 AM

Bray's Point Lighthouse

Located at the intersection of Bay Shore Drive and Lake Street, on the north side of the entrance to the Fox River in Oshkosh

From Highway 45 in Oshkosh north of the Fox River, take Irving Avenue east for 0.6 miles to Broad Street. Turn right onto Broad Street and follow it for 0.9 miles to Bay Shore Drive. Turn left onto Bay Shore and continue for 0.8 miles to Lake Street. The Bray's Point Lighthouse can be seen from the street at the corner of Lake Street and Bay Shore Drive

The lighthouse is privately owned & the grounds & tower are closed

kookookachoo · 09-17-2008, 10:50 AM

Some of these make for wonderful viewing on a day trip. Thanks for the info!

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:55 AM

Calumet Harbor Light

Quote:

By the early 1980s, the tower’s wooden staircase and observation decks had deteriorated to the point where they had to be removed. In 1992, through the joint effort of the Columbia Park Tower Fund and Fond du Lac County, the tower was restored and opened once more for climbing. Metal plaques are found by each stair, landing, and observation deck, recognizing a person or group who contributed funds for the tower. Over $53,000 was raised from the community, while the county contributed $45,000.

Located in Columbia Park on the eastern shore of Lake Winnebago near Pipe

From Highway 151 in Pipe, turn west on County Highway W and follow it to the lake, where you will see the modern light in Columbia Park.

The light is owned by Fond du Lac County. The Grounds/tower are open

This light is a steel skeletal tower with 2 flashing white stobes located on top

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 10:57 AM

Cana Island Lighthouse

Built in 1869 and is 89 feet tall

Located about 5 miles northeast of Baileys Harbor on the eastern side of the Door Peninsula

From Highway 57 north of Baileys Harbor, take County Highway Q east for 3.5 miles to Cana Island Road. Turn right on Cana Island Road and follow it for 2.4 miles to its end. Along the way you will pass the Spikehorn Campground. Park near the end of the road and walk across the causeway to the island

The Cana Island Lighthouse is open daily from early May to late October from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (920) 743-5958

The lighthouse is owned by the Coast Guard. Grounds/dwelling open in season, tower closed

**CarolsCritterCare** · 09-17-2008, 11:03 AM

Chambers Island Lighthouse

Built in 1868 & automated in 1961

Located on the northwestern end of Chambers Island, roughly seven miles offshore from Fish Creek

The lighthouse is part of Gibraltar Township Park, and is open during the summer when the caretaker is present. The lighthouse is mostly easily seen on tours offered during the annual Door County Lighthouse Walk.

The lighthouse is owned by the Town of Gibraltar. The Grounds are open, but the dwelling/tower is closed.

History on the lighthouse Door County Maritime Museum - Chambers Island Lighthouse