Old Presque Isle Lighthouse in Presque Isle

Old Presque Isle Lighthouse, built in 1840, is one of the oldest lights still standing on the Great Lakes and sits just a short walk from New Presque Isle Light.

They had to build taller lighthouse nearby becuase this one was so small, it didn’t prevent ships from crashing.

It was decommissioned in 1871 and it now stands as a small museum where you can step inside the tower and explore the area’s maritime past.

You can climb to the top (just a few people at a time), ring the giant, ear‑splitting bell out front, and imagine what it was like guiding ships in the night.