"Old Traverse Light": This is the old lighthouse that used to serve the Manitou passage, where Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay meet. Today, the area is served by a lighted steel tower with dayboards. The original lighthouse and foghorn building have since been converted to a museum within the Leelanau State Park. These photos were taken shortly before winter break, hence the Christmas Wreaths in the windows of the Keeper's Quarters. Unfortunately, when I visited, the lighthouse museum was closed.

"Sunset Synchronicities": This photo was taken at the beach just outside the lighthouse. Well, I wouldn't call it a beach, it's pretty rocky. Anyway, the way the sun reflecting off the water and the rocks was amazing, and I had to capture it. 

"The Overlook of Peace": This photo was taken on the trail leading from the lighthouse to the beach.

"Through the Lens of Nature": I thought it was cool how this fallen tree on the beach made for great framing. 

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Photographer's Note:

Aside for being such a beautiful place, there is a lot of really cool history behind it. If you are ever in northwestern Michigan (Lower Peninsula), I highly recommend checking it out. (Just don't go in the winter, it's cold!) 

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The historic lighthouse, museum, and the nearby foghorn building are operated and maintained by the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum organization.