Directions
The Point Iroquois Lighthouse is located at the mouth of the Saint Mary�s River and Whitefish Bay. From the intersection of M-28 and I-75 drive 7.5 miles west on M-28 to M-221. Turn north (right) and drive 2.5 miles on M-221 to West Lakeshore Drive/Iroquois Rd/Forest Highway 42. Turn west (left) on West Lakeshore Drive and continue to the lighthouse.
Point Iroquois Lighthouse
Scenic Byway/Bay Mills Area
Birding Information
This migration hotspot is an incredible place to witness waterbird migration from. The point sticks out into Lake Superior and from here you can watch waterfowl stream by on good migration dates. A wide variety of waterfowl, songbirds, and warblers can be seen at this scenic and historic landmark.
Take a moment and enjoy the Lake Superior shoreline on the accessible boardwalk equipped with benches. The boardwalk can be a great place to view songbirds like the blackburnian warbler. A spotting scope is especially useful at this location as the waterfowl can remain at great distances. Migrating waterfowl like red-necked grebes, scaup, mergansers and many others can be found here. Watch freighters go by on their way to the Soo Locks.
Area Information
The Point Iroquois name originates from a 1662 battle between the Ojibwa and Iroquois tribes. Point Iroquois Lighthouse was built in 1855 and marks the narrow channel at the mouth of the Saint Mary's River and Whitefish Bay. On your visit, climb 72 steps up the spiral staircase and enjoy the view from the 65-foot tower. You can learn about the lighthouse and area history inside the museum.
The gift shop offers choices of lighthouse souvenirs and interesting reading material. Point Iroquois Lighthouse is open from May 15 - October 15 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Nearby is the Monocle Lake Campground, which offers more opportunities for birding if you are looking to explore the area more.
Bathrooms
Yes
Parking
Yes
Road Birding
No
Hiking Trails
Yes
Viewing Platform
No, but there is a boardwalk to shoreline
Winter Access
Yes