One of the most popular ways to experience the Apostle Islands lighthouses is by boat. Apostle Islands Cruises offers seasonal lighthouse excursions and shuttle service to select islands, allowing visitors to see these historic structures from the water while learning about their role in Lake Superior navigation. Many tours combine lighthouse viewing with opportunities to admire the rugged shoreline, sea caves, and island scenery that have made the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore a premier destination in northern Wisconsin.

Raspberry Island Lighthouse

Known as the “Showplace of the Apostle Islands,” Raspberry Island Lighthouse was built in 1862 and is one of the most visited lighthouses in the region. Visitors can take guided tours during the summer and enjoy panoramic views of Lake Superior from the tower.

Old Michigan Island Lighthouse

Built in 1856, the Old Michigan Island Lighthouse is one of the oldest structures in the Apostle Islands. Fully restored and open for seasonal tours, it offers visitors a chance to explore the lighthouse and learn about its unique history.

Devils Island Light

First illuminated in 1891, Devils Island Light sits above some of the most famous sea caves in the Apostle Islands. It became the last manned lighthouse station in the archipelago and remains one of the most photographed landmarks on Lake Superior.

Outer Island Lighthouse

Constructed in 1874, Outer Island Lighthouse rises ninety feet above Lake Superior on a high bluff. Its Italianate architectural design and impressive cast-iron staircase make it one of the most distinctive lighthouses in the Apostle Islands.

Sand Island Lighthouse

Built in 1881, Sand Island Lighthouse is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful lighthouses on Lake Superior. The lighthouse stands as a reminder of the island's historic fishing and farming community that once thrived there.

Long Island Light Towers

Long Island is home to both the La Pointe Light Tower and the Chequamegon Point Light Tower, constructed in 1897. These historic structures helped guide vessels through the waters of Lake Superior and remain important pieces of the area's maritime story.

Ashland Breakwater Lighthouse

Located in nearby Chequamegon Bay, Ashland Breakwater Lighthouse was built in 1915 and stands at the end of a detached breakwater. Its distinctive tower design and waterfront setting make it a worthwhile stop for lighthouse enthusiasts visiting the Bayfield area.

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