What a wonderful view! My girlfriend and I stood near the beach, embraced, looking across the bay... The lighthouse was cute from outside. We didnt enter due to the fact that we refuse to mask up. The cabin on the property is was a great reflection into the past... VERY ENJOYABLE!

It was a beautiful lighthouse and beach. Id love to visit when the weather warms up and covid doesnt have the lighthouse closed. A bonus was the fantastic Scenic Drive.

Very pretty lighthouse! It wasnt open when I was there, but it was still a great walk and view. Its a short 5 minute walk from where you park. You can go down the front steps from the lighthouse and walk onto the beach to enjoy the water! I stuck my toes in with the lighthouse right behind me. :) A lot of informational signs along the way, too.

Its a beautiful light house which is currently decommissioned. The really cool thing about this spot is that youre halfway between the north pole and equator at 45° latitude.You can also see the new lighthouse buoy floating in the lake.Also, the people in the store are such wonderful folks. Definitely say hi to them

Everything but the lighthouse was awesome. The View was incredible. The lighthouse look more like a little house with a light on top. I wonder how many ships crashed in that Harbor sunk to the bottom with the captain going where the hell was that Lighthouse at.

Plenty of boardwalks, stairs, railways. Beautiful beach. Historic log cabin. Adjacent parking. There was a big fish, maybe a sturgeon or a salmon, swimming around.....we could just see its fin! Beautiful drive out to the point. Definitely recommend and would go back again.

Really cute place! Good views. Smallest light house I’ve ever seen tho. They are not doing tours of the light house due to covid.Can walk down to the beach area to take pictures, and dip your toes in the cool water! Highly recommend

This is a wonderful spot on the 45th parallel they’ve got walking trails and we went from 1 to 24 and put in 4.9 miles as you venture through this place think with the 45th parallel means to you it’s halfway between the equator and the north pole so enjoy your adventure and I’ll post some pictures so you can see what this place is about.

Beautiful scenery. Was closed today. Checked out view but could not go inside. Disapointing. Wanted to check out inside.

Its always fun to check out the light houses around Michigan we have a good time and the store was open so we picked up a few things

Such a cute little spot to visit! Easy to find and lots of parking. Our visit was on a Monday afternoon and it was fairly busy here. I would probably avoid it on the weekends especially during Covid. Only the gift shop and the lower level of the lighthouse were open to the public. Masks are required while inside. There were still lots of fun things to see and videos to learn from! There is also some minor construction happening right now which some might prefer to avoid. There are multiple points to access the beach (none are handicap accessible unfortunately) but the beach is pretty narrow right now due to high water levels. They have a bench to sit and spray your feet off once you are done.

Nice cute little place. We went on gloomy day so did not do much there. Good parking place, toilets available and a small gift shop with museum. There are a lot of tiny beaches in the area.

Absolutely lovely location! Right on the water and some great trails to hike in the surrounding area! The lighthouse was under construction upon our arrival, but it was still a very pleasant time. Plenty of parking made mobility for our elderly relatives traveling with us very easy as well. When we head to TC again, well be sure to stop at the Mission Point Lighthouse once again!

This old house is worth a drive up through wine country.It’s secludedOff the pointLog cabin onsiteLittle beach areaHas public restroomsUnfortunately it was under construction but still cool to view and also learning about the lateral point of being 1/2 way between the North Pole and the equator.

Beautiful place. Nice little beach. There are some cool trails to walk. Dogs are welcome.

Wonderful scenery. Sat and watched the sun set on the Bay. A michigan must see. We liked the history of the area. Beautiful.

You have to come out here and see the small tree way out in the distance of the lake. It looks very surreal. This is the best spot to see it from. Very cool.

Its a lovely old building. Beautiful views. The shop is only only at the weekend.

Very good experience. The beach is small, but there was hardly anyone there. We went on a Sunday night in June. The swing set was a short walk down the beach from the actual lighthouse, it was a fun surprise.The fence around the lighthouse takes away from it’s charm, and the lighthouse itself is small and underwhelming; but the views of the sunset are great.

Interesting place with some trails to walk around on. Has a gift shop in the lighthouse building , was closed when we visited . Great place for some views of the water.

Awesome hiking trails, beautiful well maintained building! Extra porta-pottys during COVID.

Beautiful drive out to the lighthouse. The grounds are well kept and paths easy to walk. The lighthouse is beautiful and lots of interesting information about the property is available. Well worth the trip out.

A nostalgic place for me, but it has quite changed. Due to coronavirus the inside of the lighthouse was closed, something I normally did not partake in, but something to keep in mind for your visit. What I usually went for was to walk out into the water as there was once a large strip of peninsula you could hike to get great views. This has now been fully submerged. Theres not much beach left either but theres still enough to hang out and go swimming. Still a beautiful place but a healthy reminder that nature does not stand still, cherish what you see, the best we take care of her the better we can preserve her.

Beautiful lighthouse with nice views of Traverse Bay. Lighthouse has small museum exhibits inside for free along with a more detailed tour and greater views upstairs, pending COVID restrictions being lifted. The attendants at the lighthouse are nice and willing to answer any questions you may have. Check out the gift shop for some souvenirs.

This is definitely a perfect place to enjoy a scenic walk along the bay! We never went in the lighthouse, but we did enjoy exploring the grounds and taking in the sights. A high point was coming across a swing set to use while taking in the breathtaking views. I also loved soaking my feet in the cool water as we walked. I would suggest going early in the morning when there arent as many people and you could watch the sunrise.

One of Michigans iconic 129 registered lighthouses oh, and a great stop while in the Traverse City area. Make sure you visit their gift shop and check out the other sites on the grounds

Absolutely gorgeous! The lighthouse and out buildings provide a slice of history, while the beautiful beach remains shallow, w warm waters for several meters in and around the area. Footpaths around the area provide access to otherwise secluded, salt free beaches.

If your the type of person who loves bugs, Im talking swarms of mayflies and midges, this is the place for you. I likely inhaled several on my walk to the lighthouse. But putting the bugs aside this is a beautiful spot at the end of the peninsula, with several cool photo ops.

Cool old standing light house, also a log cabin up there and a bunch of trails. Nice an peaceful area. Worth a stop.

A bit out of the way but well worth it. Lots of great views and interesting history. Be sure to check it out if you are also headed to the wineries.

Beautiful park, easy access to the lake, and nice historical information and buildings. Makes a great place to walk along the beach or woods.

This is a neat stop if youre looking for a relaxing side trip or if youre already nearby. The drive up from downtown Traverse City is gorgeous and offers multiple views of the bay and multiple vineyards. You can catch a great view from the beach or pay $4 to climb into the lighthouse tower.

Really nice picture spots. Gift shop and actual Lighthouse are closed during the covid.

Read that the beaches were shallow and deep. Yes they were! Nice for hiking and strolling out waist deep. Beautiful scenery.

Beautiful beach. Peacefully located in Gods country.

Not a big area, but nice views and a interesting place.

Beautiful views here! Nice little beach that you can go walk into the sand.

The drive up to Mission Point is lovely; many winery’s and locals selling many things on the side of the road. The lighthouse itself was closed when we went due to COVID restrictions but the water was beautiful and so clear. Take the drive up, you won’t regret it.

Well restored lighthouse and a pioneer (1850s) log cabin.

This is a lovely place to look around and relax. The lighthouse is charming and the available beach space is limited. The parking, compared to available beach space and lighthouse views, is plentiful (20+ spaces?). This is worth the drive (the views are fantastic) and the time to come out to this little protected peninsula.

Very nice little strip of Michigan! Awesome drive with lots of pit stops if you like wine with amazing views!

Beautiful! Amazing view. Havent been here in years, definitely worth the drive.

Very nice small trail walk. Saw a black squirrel took lots of pictures. Thought the lighthouse was going to be a tower, but it was still cool!

Beautiful area! Small beach, but very pretty.

Rainy and cold but still crowded. Long drive out the peninsula. Lighthouse is beautiful.

Beautiful Location! We love the views, the location, the beach, and the park here! Highly recommend visiting Mission Point Lighthouse!

Could not tore the actual lighthouse but could tour the living quarters. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Cool place to visit, choose a warm day or bundle up as the breeze off the lake is a bit chilly.

Stopped while on family vacation in Traverse City. We have been twice! The view never gets old. One of Michigan’s great lighthouses to tour. Walk along the beach & rocks out into the shallow area with the kids and they will love it!

Very interesting historical lighthouse and a house next to it. Also beautiful beaches next to it. Worth the trip

Love this place. This time the water was super high. Great place to come see the old light house.

Always a beautiful stop. Water was really high as it is everywhere in Michigan this year 2020. But still beautiful

Great lighthouse and 45th parallel. Nice drive and awesome place to visit. Highly recommend.

Small, but nice place and pretty view. Hiking trails nearby but we didnt take any as it was rainy when we visited. Lighthouse was closed when we went but still able to walk around and see the water.

Beautiful ride to the lighthouse passing by wineries.Loved learning about 1870 lighthouse

Gorgeous view. We were the only ones here on two separate days. Definitely a plus.

Lighthouses are just plain cool! Walking the beach right behind it is a huge plus! Many trails to walk the point!

It is beautiful and full of neat history.

Such a neat little lighthouse. Recommend taking the trail to the other small beaches. Easy walk and really cool views.

Take a Gorgeous view and sprinkle in a little history. Worth the trip even without much beach to play on.

Dont go here thinking that you are going to find a beautiful beach or prime facilities. What you will find is a neat historical site and beautiful views.

Grounds and beach were beautiful. Neat to see inside and old school log cabin. Lighthouse tour was fun and staff was very friendly. Ample parking and super short walk to the light.

What beautiful fun, the drive up. Running past orchards and farms and wineries and wonderful rustic road side stands selling all manner of curious wares. Oh my. Absolutely beautiful fun.So the lighthouse and primitive cabin were closed up for season but at least they still let you run about the grounds and beach. Small fun definitely worth the trip for the beautiful Sunday drive on up.Plenty of port-o-potties for those in need; clearly theyve addressed this issue from other reviews; as if.

If youre visiting Old Mission peninsula, then visiting the Old Mission Lighthouse is a must do. The drive out to the lighthouse is beautiful year-round taking you past vineyards, fruit farms, and road-side stands selling local fruit and produce. Its a beautiful little trip. Once youre at the lighthouse, you can take a tour, or walk down to Lake Michigan just a dozen or so yards away or you can take a hike on one of the little trails. The views of Lake Michigan from the beach are beautiful. I definitely recommend making your way out to the end of Old Mission!

Informative. Pictures dont match the story though. Lets you use your imagination to put it togeter.

Beautiful views from the lighthouse and lots of history here as well. The beach is gorgeous and water was the perfect temperature and very clean. A must do if you are visiting the area!

Beautiful historic landmark on beautiful bay.... Beautiful day

The gentlemen working outside allowing groups in as allowed due to Covid was great. We found the woman inside to be incredibly rude as my wife had pulled her mask off her nose so her glasses would unfog so she could read the information and the woman flat out told my wife to leave since she couldnt wear her mask properly.

Nice place to visit and take time.

Beautiful place to visit.Scenery fantastic right now with fall colors.

I would highly recommend! The drive up alone is worth every second of your time! There is also no addmision charge which is awesome! Stunning views & beautiful light house & grounds!

Beautiful stop, easy short walk to the beach from the parking lot and you can see the old lighthouse too!! Beautiful spot to catch the sunset!

You can take a nice walk along the shore of the lake here. The drive out was nice, too. We stopped at a winery and sat on a grassy hill, sharing a glass of wine.

Pretty neat little spot. The lighthouse is closed due to covid concerns (what isnt?), but there were a few little trails to walk and a nice water view.

Very nice place to visit to watch the sunset. I went May 22nd. Must have been a busy time for the bugs. The entire beach and walkways were littered with Nats. Aside from that was a beautiful sight to see. Quite a beautiful drive to get there also.

Has the best little beach for sitting and watching the sun set on the lake.

Northern Michigan at its finest.

Pleasant, scenic area. Check out the beach and some of the hiking trails because the lighthouse itself will not take up much of your time.

Cute little lighthouse on the peninsula. The lighthouse itself is pretty small, but the drive up is lovely and the parks are nice.

This is a really beautiful slice of Pure Michigan and a neat old lighthouse. It’s facing a sandy beach and clear blue water, there’s a bike rack, and a foot wash station. It’s dog friendly on the beach with lots of pooches running around. The parking lot is less than 100 yards from the water. It’s $4 to climb the lighthouse tower for adults and $2 for kids. First floor of the lighthouse is free. There are also restrooms on site.

Calm and quiet area. Lighthouse with a small museum of age old mariners stuff. An old house which shows how the people were living with out gas, electricity and air conditioning. A small area were we can blend with nature and enjoy clean good air with full of oxygen. A bunch of birds and small beach will make you pleasant.

Lighthouse is on a nice beach. Lighthouse was not closed & being renovated or restored when we were there.

Beautiful place! We were able to walk around with our dog without problems.

Beautiful grounds and beach, although short this year due to rising water levels. Got to witness my sisters now-fiance proposed to her on the beach here and the pictures were breathtaking!

Absolutely beautiful. Loved climbing and taking in the beautiful view. Nice beach area and clean. Now I cant wait for spring and summer which means were coming right back. So much nature surrounding you and beautiful views of the lake. So cleansing to your soul. Thank you

Could have a lot more to do and see for drive like even more stuff to buy or more historic buildings?

Crystal clear and calm water! Beautiful beach and forest and trails. 10/10 recommended.

Great little beach area with well maintained parking lot and walking paths a whole row of clean vault toilets, and when available for a few bucks you can walk up the steps to the top of the lighthouse. The water is very high (summer 2019) so it neat to see it versus the low winter I saw a few years ago.

Very nice visit. Best time of year to go.

Lovely place, but very few people were wearing masks. Definitely not monitored for covid. Wouldnt recommend for anyone who feels anxious about covid or is immuno-compromised

A beautiful drive to the lighthouse. The kids enjoyed the small beach. You can climb the lighthouse, which cost extra. You can enjoy a picnic lunch there as well.

This is a cute place to stop with some really lovely views. While Im sure it souch nicer in the warmer months, it was still enjoyable when we went at the end of October. The beach looked clean and Im sure the water is nice, though we didnt have that opportunity. The museum was quaint and the people were friendly.

Note, (During covid pandemic) the first floor of the lighthouse and the gift shop are open. Masks needed indoors. The view of the bay is amazing and a great photo opportunity. There are several porta-johns as well as a larger handicap/family bathroom there. You can go down right to the water

Great spot to visit. Was here about 10 years ago and its like time has stopped. So quaint

The lighthouse was beautiful. The self guided tour was really interesting. Gave a great history of the lighthouse. The light keepers in the shop were super friendly and expressed how much they enjoyed working there.

Beautiful place to visit. The lighthouse is well kept and the people there are very nice.

Not your standard lighthouse! Gorgeous views as well!

Clear. Serene. Peaceful.

Beautiful location!Area is beautiful and nice people throughout our trip.

Beautiful place and easy walk to lighthouse. Right on the shore of Lake Michigan.