Tag Archives: Michigan

Big Red

“Big Red” in Holland Michigan was the harbor’s first beacon, a 34-foot white wooden structure, began shining in 1870 and eventually gave way to a taller steel beacon (in the background). In 1907, the present structure took shape as a manila-colored fog signal building, becoming an official lighthouse in 1936 with the addition of aContinue reading “Big Red”

Winter Wonderland: Lighthouses of Southwestern Michigan

This is the latest photo I have processed from a recent trip to Southwestern Michigan to photograph lighthouses in snow and ice. This is in the town of Grand Haven which has an inland port that uses lighthouses to guide ships into safety. It has been a particularly cold winter causing storms to blow iceContinue reading “Winter Wonderland: Lighthouses of Southwestern Michigan”

Explore Southwest Michigan’s Stunning Freshwater Dunes

Southwest Michigan’s dunes are part of the largest freshwater dune system in the world. The state’s dune system is so large that astronauts can see it from space! This 16-acre, family-oriented park provides access from its parking lot to the historic North Pier lighthouse and a popular walkway for fishing and watching sunsets. Small dunes rise behind theContinue reading “Explore Southwest Michigan’s Stunning Freshwater Dunes”

Ice-Covered Signal Light: A Photographers’ Paradise in St. Joseph, MI

One of the most interesting structures along the east coast of Lake Michigan is this signal light covered with ice from Great Lake storms. This is on the South Pier in St. Joseph, MI. Record low temperatures and heavy storms have made this are a popular place to photograph. Particularly in St. Joseph since thisContinue reading “Ice-Covered Signal Light: A Photographers’ Paradise in St. Joseph, MI”

Sunrise on Lake Michigan

Sunrise in St. Joseph, Michgan with colorful skies aganst the snow and ice. Walking out on the south pier of the St. Joseph shipping channel gives a nice view of the lights on the north. These lighthouses along the east shore of Lake Michigan are a thrill to see even in sub zero weather andContinue reading “Sunrise on Lake Michigan”

South Haven Light

During this season of snow and ice, Lake Michigan is a great place to photograph ice blown lighthouses, snow coverd dunes and beautiful light. The best place to visit is the Southeaster shore of Lake Michigan. Snow and wind blows off the lake creating a fairy like atmosphere. This photo is from the canal entranceContinue reading “South Haven Light”

Exploring Bond Falls: A Hidden Gem in Michigan’s UP

A side trip from Wisconsin’s Northwoods, brings us to Bond Falls in Michigan’s UP (Upper Peninsula). Bond falls is a tiered flowage that starts out as a set of minor falls ending in this stunning drop.  This scenic waterfall is created by the middle branch of the Ontonagon river as it tumbles over a thickContinue reading “Exploring Bond Falls: A Hidden Gem in Michigan’s UP”

Bond Falls

Amazing Bond Falls in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.  This is a series of small falls ending in a massive flow over a series of boulders near Paulding Michigan. This is one of the lesser set of falls but probably the most interesting. The calm waters almost spray over the edge of the rocks creating a veryContinue reading “Bond Falls”

Harbor Springs

Harbor Springs is located about 10 miles north of Petoskey, MI. This is a charming waterfront community that lies along the deepest harbor in the Great Lakes. The area offers an abundance of natural beauty, four seasons of outdoor activity and an array of cultural and culinary attractions. This photo summarizes the area: beautiful summer homes with everythingContinue reading “Harbor Springs”