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Plum Island Rear Range Lighthouse


Details

Built in 1897. Automated in 1969. Closed to the public; no tours. However, Shoreline Charters (920/854-2606) operates a boat tour out of Gills Rock that goes past the lighthouse for viewing and photography, mid-May to mid-Oct.


Address

Washington Island, WI 54246


Contact Information

Voice: 414-747-7188

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Directions from Nearest Town/Intersection

Marks the straits between Washington Island and the northern tip of the Door County peninsula.


History & Heritage
Type
Transportation Heritage

Tours
Industry
Lighthouse