Nestled among jack pines, just a quick two mile walk along a breathtaking trail, stands Big Sable’s noble black and white tower. At over one hundred feet tall, this historic beacon is a huge attraction for its owner, Ludington State Park.  The 1867 lighthouse and grounds are operated by SPLKA, (Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association) a non-profit which proudly manages three historic lighthouses within a thirty mile stretch of Lake Michigan’s shoreline.  Since 1987, their mission has been the restoration, preservation, education and accessibility of their lighthouse charges.  SPLKA also operates a Volunteer Keepers program which allows its members the opportunity to live and work within the lighthouses completely free of charge during the seven month season, May-October.  Visitors are welcome to explore the grounds, climb the lighthouse and visit the gift shop. Visitors must be 40 inches or taller to climb the lighthouse.  The fee to climb the lighthouse is $8 for adults and $5 for students 17 and younger.  There is also a fee to enter the Ludington State Park.

Public restrooms are available (Portable Toilet).

Alternate boat access.

Length of access is more than 50 yards.