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Fort Gratiot Lighthouse

2800 Omar Street, Port Huron, MI 48060
(810)982-0891
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Ranked #1 of 7 attractions in Port Huron
Type: Lighthouses
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Oakland, MI
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

The lighthouse was beautiful, but it was closed. I guess it's only open during summer months. Also, it looked like you would need to make an appointment for a guided tour. It is very old and has had damage in the past. I got a few nice photos :)

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Toledo, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

My family stopped to see the lighthouse and surrounding area while in town. It is absolutely gorgeous. Unfortunately there were no tours going on when we were there, but just seeing the beautiful lighthouse and relaxing beautiful waters along the shore makes it worth the trip.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

Fort Gratiot Lighthouse was the site of our annual family Christmas Party. Our guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable, sharing the history of the site as well as the current restorations planned. There were two trips to the top of the tower, one at night and then again in the morning as we had the pleasure of staying overnight in... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2012

Today was our first trip to the lighthouse. The grounds and gift shop were well maintained, and the actual lighthouse climb was enticing. However, I have a 3 and 5 year old, and the descent down the spiral staircase was a bit much for them. I would recommend it for ages 8 and up. Much as I enjoy promoting Port... More

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Walnut, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2012

We enjoyed an informative tour of the lighthouse and grounds. You are able to climb to the top of the lighthouse. There is a minimal cost for the tour, but it is well worth it. Very nice gift shop.

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Huntsville, Alabama
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012

Minimal cost for tours, climbing to the top is 86 feet, but there is a guide and three places to walk. A private group is rehabing the property so the lighthouse keepers houses will have other uses. Fun visit friendly people. Worth the visit.

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Parkersburg, West, West Virginia, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 21, 2012

Day trip advised to Lighthouse, nearby Huron Lightship, parks and quaint downtown area! Fantastic little Mom & Pop places to eat! Happened to stumble upon a boat race that day too. If you like old woodwork and architecture, this place has it all. We could have spent much more time than we had! Admission fee for Lighthouse and Lightship.

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IL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 21, 2012

The lightship is open seasonally. It is an interesting site to visit, be sure to take a tour with a docent and learn about the days of the lightship in Lake Huron. The displays are well done and the history depicted well. They even have a camera under the front of the ship so that visitors can see how the... More

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Detroit, Michigan, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2012

The view is like no other! Its just such a magnificant structure, and to think its the oldest Lighthouse on the Great Lakes and still helping sailors!! Its been refurbished and looks so nice!! I hear you can spend the nite now too!

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See 6 more reviews by Groovie C for Port Huron
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2012

Lighthouse has small gift shop open , Tours are $5.00 Call before going to see when tours are offered. Has a couple of historic outbuildings to view from outside. Nice beach there too.

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