South Haven Lighthouse, also known as the South Haven South Pierhead Light, is a lovely historic lighthouse originally constructed in 1872, overseen today as a living history museum under the care of the Michigan Maritime Museum.

The lighthouse, which is still operational today, is located at the mouth of the Black River and features one of only four surviving catwalks in the state that links its lighthouse tower to the shoreline.

Its current tower is a shortened version of the Muskegon South Pierhead Light, replacing an earlier wooden tower. Visitors can tour the lighthouse throughout the year as part of guided tours offered by the Museum and see its lovely 2.5-story keeper's house, which features a hipped roof and wood paneling.

The keeper's house is operated as the Marialyce Canonie Great Lakes Research Library, showcasing volumes related to the state's maritime history and industry.

355 Hubbard St, South Haven, MI 49090, Phone: 269-637-6424

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