West Sister Island Lighthouse


Photo Credit: Kraig Anderson

Located on West Sister Island in the Western Basin of Lake Erie. Not accessible to visitors.

History:
Marking the west end of the South Passage through the Bass Islands, this 1848 lighthouse is owned by the U.S. Coast Guard; however, most of the island is now a protected National Wildlife Refuge as an important breeding and nesting area with the largest heron and egret rookery on the U.S. Great Lakes. The 55-foot limestone lighthouse was originally topped with a 4th Order Fresnel lens.

Contact:
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, (419) 898-0014 or https://www.fws.gov/refuge/ottawa/

Vistor Info:
This lighthouse can only be viewed by private boat. Visits to the island are prohibited.