White River Light Station - Whitehall

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Captain William Robinson Photo courtesy of White Lake Area Chamber
City: White Hall
County: Muskegon
Region: Central West Michigan
Established: 1875
Constructed: 1875
Active Beacon: No.
Federal Ownership: No.Owned by Fruitland Township and the Great Lakes Marine Museum
Accessible to Public: Yes.
Accessible for Climbing: Yes.
Museum on Site: Yes.
Made of Michigan limestone and brick, White River Light Station near Whitehall reverberates with ghosts of characters like Captain William Robinson, instrumental in its commissioning and construction. As the first keeper of the light, Robinson served 47 years, making him one of Michigan's most veteran keepers.

Tucked between the White Lake channel on the north, the Lake Michigan shore on the west and the towering hills on the south, the White River Light Station houses a nautical museum. Inside, find a Fourth Order Fresnel lens originally used at this location. Climb an iron staircase to the light tower for a breathtaking view of Lake Michigan.

Directions

Exit US-31 east of Whitehall at White Lake Drive, west. 4.4. miles to South Shore Road, left 3.7 miles to a four-way stop. Follow signs.

Accessible for public tours daily except Mondays, May to October.

White River Light Station: 231-894-8265
White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce: 800-879-9702
West Michigan Tourist Association: 800-442-2084
Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association: 231-436-5580

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