Yes, it is possible to stroll to an island!
Cana Island, with its historic lighthouse facilities, is open to the public seven days a week from 10
am to 5 pm from May 1st
through the last Sunday in October.
Walk across the rock causeway from the Door County mainland to the island (due to current Lake Michigan levels, the causeway is dry; no wading is necessary - although proper footwear is recommended). Step inside the Keepers' House where, beginning in 1869, the first of a number of lighthouse keepers tended to the light which guided sailors and protected them from the dangerous shoals extending out from the island into Lake Michigan. Take a look in the Oil House, where fuel for the light was stored prior to days when electricity came to the island.
The buildings and grounds have been maintained by the Door County Maritime Museum for nearly 30 years while the United State Coast Guard continues to oversee the tower with its stunning third order Fresnel lens and light. The island was conveyed to the County of Door on May 18, 2007.
The lighthouse is located north of Baileys Harbor off County Highway Q.
A WORD ABOUT GETTING THERE:
Please know that the lighthouse is located at the end of a narrow, rustic road that transits a residential area. Please obey all posted Speed Limits, watch for children and pets, and be courteous to Cana Island neighbors. Parking is an issue; space is extremely limited. Do NOT park on or block residents' yards or driveways, be careful of rustic fences lining property, and do not litter. Please remember to drive slowly and cautiously as you leave the Island, as well.
NEWS: JEFFRIS FAMILY FOUNDATION GRANT BOOSTS CANA ISLAND PRESERVATION PROJECT
*RULES TO CLIMB CANA ISLAND TOWER:
- Lighthouse Staff reserves right to restrict size of group and limit time allotted at top
- Tower may close without notice due to weather and/or other safety issues
- Pregnant women and people with claustrophobia are not encouraged to climb
- Parents may not carry young children
- Must be 42" tall to climb
- Open-toed shoes strongly discouraged
- Last tower climb of day will be at 4:30PM
For more information about Cana Island, see: Cana Island history and terrypepper.com.
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