Located on the eastern side of the Black Bay Peninsula, Porphyry Island is 24.8 miles (40km) east of Thunder Bay. Porphyry Island Lighthouse is only accessible by boat, the closest launching point is Silver Islet, a short drive past Sleeping Giant Provincial Park and is one of the most popular Lake Superior Lighthouses on the Lake Superior Circle tour. Charter excursions can be booked out of the Thunder Bay Marina. The island is active in the summer months. Visitors are welcome to climb the 36 foot (10.9m) tall light tower, visit the museum and art gallery, and explore the islands unique volcanic geology. Take a rest in the Parks Canada Red Chairs and soak in views of the Lake from a unique perspective. Want to stay a little longer? Apply to be a volunteer lightkeeper – stay in the lightkeeper’s dwelling and get a sense of what it was like to work and live on Porphyry.
Edward Island
Thunder Bay ON
Canada