Name and Location

The Six Mile Point Range Light is located in De Tour Village, Michigan, USA.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was built in 1895 by the United States Lighthouse Service (USLHS) to mark the entrance to the Soo Locks, a critical waterway that connects Lake Superior to the rest of the Great Lakes. It was constructed on a rocky promontory, known as Six Mile Point, which offered stunning views of the surrounding waters.

Architecture and Materials

The tower of the Six Mile Point Range Light stands at an impressive 45 feet (13.7 meters) tall and is painted a bright red color to make it highly visible against the natural landscape.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse has been an active aid to navigation since its construction, with a range of approximately five miles (8 kilometers) and a focal plane elevation of 45 feet (13.7 meters).

Accessibility and Visiting

Although no further information is available on accessibility or visiting the lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding waters offer stunning views, making it an important part of maritime history.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore are available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse has been automated and no longer requires a full-time keeper. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its cultural and historical significance.

Further Information

• 1. United States Lighthouse Society. (n.d.). Six Mile Point Range Light. Retrieved from <https://www.lighthousefriends.com/light.asp?ID=1560>
• 2. National Park Service. (n.d.). Six Mile Point Range Light. Retrieved from <https://www.nps.gov/>