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Michigan's Lighthouses

The Lighthouses of Michigan
I have been fascinated with buildings. Lighthouses are really my favorite type of buildings. I have taken several trips to Michigan to photograph the lighthouses found there. There are over 100 lighthouses in the state of Michigan. Many of the lighthouses are rich in history and are beautiful to gaze upon.
My Lighthouse Images
Photograph of Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse is found next to the Mackinac Bridge. This photo was taken in the summer of 2002. Photograph of Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse has gone through some renovations. This photo was take in the winter of 2004.

Photograph of Grand Traverse Lighthouse

Grand Traverse Lighthouse is located on Cat's Head Point in Leelanau State Park. The drive up is breath-taking.

Photograph of Forty Mile  Point Lighthouse

Forty Mile Point Lighthouse is easy to miss if you don't know what road to take. It is a museum and a residence for the park ranger.

Photograph of Presque Isle  Lighthouse

Presque Isle is my favorite lighthouse. The tower stands 113 feet tall and is amazing to behold. Presque Isle is well worth visiting and even includes a wonderful gift shop.

Photograph of Old  Mission  Lighthouse

Old Mission Lighthouse is located on Old Mission Point. It was deactivated in 1933 and even though the state has taken control of the lighthouse it is not open to the public.

Photograph ofWhitefish Point Lighthouse

Whitefish Point Lighthouse is a working lighthouse and a museum. The history of the light house is rich. The lighthouse has witnessed many sinking of ships including the Edmond Fitzgerald.

Photograph of power pole

Lighthouses are a big thing in Michigan. So much so even the power poles get decked out in a lighthouse motif. This was taken in the lovely Traverse City.