Explore the Iconic Manistee North Pier Lighthouse

Getting There

• Car

  From Pere Marquette State Forest, head southwest on M-37 toward Manistee. Continue on M-37 for approximately 20 miles until you reach Manistee. As you approach Manistee, turn right onto US-31 N. Follow US-31 N for about 3 miles, then take the exit toward Manistee Lake. After the exit, merge onto Lake Street and continue straight. You will see signs for the Manistee North Pier Lighthouse. Follow Lake Street until it ends at the lighthouse parking area.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, your first step is to reach a bus stop that services the Manistee area. You can check local bus schedules for routes that connect from Ludington or Muskegon to Manistee. Once in Manistee, you can use local taxi services or rideshare apps (like Uber or Lyft) to reach the lighthouse. The taxi ride from downtown Manistee to the lighthouse is roughly 5-10 minutes and can cost around $10-$15.

• Bicycle

  For those who prefer cycling, you can take a mountain bike trail from Pere Marquette State Forest to Manistee. Follow the designated biking trails toward Manistee, which will eventually lead you to Lake Street. Once you reach Lake Street, follow it straight to the lighthouse. Please ensure to wear appropriate safety gear and be aware of traffic while biking in the city.

• Walking

  If you find yourself in Manistee, you can walk to the Manistee North Pier Lighthouse from downtown. Head north on River Street, which becomes Lake Street. Continue walking straight on Lake Street for about 1 mile until you arrive at the lighthouse. This walk offers beautiful views of the lake and is a pleasant way to reach your destination.