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National Park Service Advances Plans to Relocate Chequamegon Point Light Tower

August 25, 2026 · Source: National Park Service

Photograph of historic steel frame light tower leaning towards lake. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore has awarded a contract for the deconstruction and removal of the historic Chequamegon Point Light Tower on Long Island due to structural failure.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Check the affected roads, trails or facilities and the dates in the official notice. Plan an alternate route or activity if your itinerary uses the affected area.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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