Few Michigan lighthouses are as iconic and easily recognizable as the Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse in Mackinaw City, a stunning structure found near the Mackinac…
Muskegon is known for its beautiful sandy beaches on Lake Michigan and a vibrant downtown full of history and art. Lumber drove the economy in…
The Straits of Mackinac separates Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas, and also connect Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. This is one of the busiest shipping…
The Cheboygan Crib Light has been a symbol and source of pride for the city where it lies for decades, appearing on the logo for…
The Round Island Lighthouse is the only structure on an uninhabited island in Lake Huron, yet it is one of Michigan’s most visible and memorable…
There are three islands to the east of St. Ignace in Lake Huron, and while most Michigan travelers are familiar with Mackinac Island it is…
An important note since this post was first published, tours are offered on Sundays June-September and that is currently the only way to see the…
The shoreline of Michigan’s Thumb is marked by many shallow spots, reefs and shoals. Lake Huron had been treacherous for mariners for many years, and…
One of our favorite lighthouses on Lake Michigan is the picturesque Point Betsie Lighthouse, which marks the southern end of the Manitou Passage. The light…
Grand Island is a 13,500 acre island that is National Recreation area in Lake Superior just offshore of Munising. It features cliffs similar to those…