Overview Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association- Big Sable Point, Little Sable Point and Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouses Big Sable Point Lighthouse Nestled among jack pines, just a quick two mile walk along a breathtaking trail, stands Big Sable’s noble black and white tower. At over one hundred feet tall, this historic beacon is a huge attraction for its owner, Ludington State Park. The1867 lighthouse and grounds are operated by SPLKA, (Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association) a non-profit which proudly manages three historic lighthouses within a thirty mile stretch of Lake Michigan’s shoreline. Since 1987, their mission has been the restoration, preservation, education and accessibility of their lighthouse charges. SPLKA also operates a Volunteer Keepers program which allows its members the opportunity to live and work within the lighthouses completely free of charge during the seven month season, May-October. Visitors are welcome to explore the grounds, tour the original Keeper’s Quarters which have been converted into a Gift Shop, stroll along the sand dunes or climb the tower. This year, (grant match pending) SPLKA hopes to begin the first of several phases on the seawall reconstruction project. Along with restoration efforts, special events are planned for every month of the summer- the first and third Tuesdays of June, July and August from 7-8 p.m. Expect live music, storytelling and photography among other exciting additions to the schedule! Ludington North Breakwater Light Just down the shore from Big Sable stands the Ludington North Breakwater Light, another charge of SPLKA’s and a partner with the City of Ludington. This 1924 light is also open for tours and tower climbs and boasts a vibrant green light from its tower. The Breakwater Light is at the end of a half mile walk down the pier, and is exquisite in its design. Volunteer Keepers are welcome at this light as well, and enjoy living accommodations just within Ludington State Park. In 2011, plans are underway to expand the Ludington Breakwater Gift Shop and increase educational tours. Popular times to visit the light are during FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE events, a music and street fair held throughout the summer in the downtown Ludington area. Little Sable Point Lighthouse Just south of Ludington is a magical world of seventy foot sand dunes and evergreen forests. Here, burrowed amidst the Silver Lake State Park sand dunes, stands the spectacular Little Sable Point Lighthouse. Easily the busiest of these three lights, the 1874 tower stands alone at the base of Lake Michigan, over a hundred feet tall and still harboring its original 3rd order Fresnel lens. In 2010, thanks to a Federal Coastal Zone Management grant, the Pathways to Illumination project was completed. This well-paved pathway leads through what once was a steep dune that inhibited many visitors from making it to the light. Here you’ll find more friendly SPLKA Volunteer Keepers welcoming you to climb the tower and take in the extraordinary views of forest and dunes that surrounds you. All towers may be climbed for the small price of $1 for children and $2 for adults. Educational tours are available by appointment, and are warmly received by staff and volunteers who love to share their Michigan maritime knowledge. Contact SPLKA: www.splka.org Volunteer- splkavol@gmail.com General inquiries- splkadir@t-one.net Office: 231-845-7417 | 
