Last week we were in upstate Michigan and went to see the Paulding Light just outside of Watersmeet, MI. This is a mysterious phenomenon of blinking lights, that almost looks like a mini star.
You can read more about the Paulding Light here and also find directions and other theories that try to explain where this light comes from.
When we saw it, there was a pathway that followed the power lines that looked like you could walk closer to the light. We walked a bit but the light never appeared larger. Some other folks there that night walked considerably closer and they said they never saw the light at all--despite us saying we saw it a few times as they walked! So it disappears as you get closer, crazy!
Below is a short movie I made putting together clips from our cameras that we had. Can't wait to go back next year with some more equipment to explore!
Hi Ted, What great pictures of the Paulding Light. We have never seen it, The pictures of your vacation were also very good. Looks like you really had a great time up here. Looking forward to seeing you next year. You’ll have to come up here and we’ll show you some more beautiful scenes, the sunsets are spectactular out here on the bay. You’ll have to take a longer vacation. It was great spending time with all of you, glad we were able to get down there. WLUC TV. in Marq. are always looking for great pictures, you should send them the one of the Paulding light.
Hi Ted, the pictures are great!! thanks so much for sending them. We had an awesome time!! We for sure will have to go again next year!! thanks again barb
Hi Ted, Greta pictures they came out great thanks. Hope to see you soon. Have fun in San Fran. Take care
The Paulding Lights (also known as ‘The Dog Meadows Lights’) have been a mystery in Michigan for over 40 years. According to legend, many years ago a railroad worker was murdered and this light is now the lantern that lights his way as he is out seeking revenge. Another legend says a worker was killed on the tracks when he was crushed between two trains. Even another legend states that a father was out looking for his lost son with a lantern when he was killed by an oncoming train. Some people claim the light is a natural phenomenon caused by glacier gases and the headlights of cars. No matter what the legend, these lights have been appearing and leaving spectators in awe for years.
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Michigan Drug Addiction
Hi Ted, We went to see the light last night. It was very cool. We walked closer to it and we did not see it – very weird. We can’t wait to go back!
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