Explore Grand Traverse Lighthouse

Northport, Michigan

Save

View all 4 photos

All 4 photos

Save Review Directions Add Photo

Details

Distance

0.1 miles

Elevation Gain

0 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

Description

Added by Alex Harrison

Situated in Leelanau State Park, Grand Traverse Lighthouse is one of Michigan's many lighthouses to explore. Outside the lighthouse has great spots to sit down and catch sunrise, sunset, or even the stars.

Starting from Leelanau State Park's pay station, continue driving straight ahead until you hit the closed off piece of road with barriers around it. This street is closed for all cars and only foot traffic is allowed. There are several spots to park making it convenient to park and walk in. Continue walking straight ahead and you will reach the lighthouse. The lighthouse offers tours usually during the day and during Summer. There are small paths that also lead down to the shore from the lighthouse that provide incredible views of Lake Michigan and some stunning sunsets.

Download the Outbound mobile app

Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use.

Get the app

Features

Chillin

Camping

Fishing

Photography

Hiking

Bathrooms

Dog Friendly

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

Forest

Groups

Lake

Picnic Area

Scenic

ADA Accessible

Explore Grand Traverse Lighthouse Reviews

Have you done this adventure? Be the first to leave a review!

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

Nearby

Camp at Fisherman's Island State Park

Located just south of Charlevoix is Fisherman's Island State Park. The park offers miles of biking/hiking trails, and campsites directly on the beach of Lake Michigan. Although located just outside of town, there is no service in this area, leaving you completely cut off from the outside world. The shore is located in a small bay area, which makes it a perfect location for SUPing and kayaking....

Hike Old Mission Peninsula Park

At the end of the Old Mission peninsula sits Mission Point Lighthouse. The lighthouse is surrounded by 5 acres of wooded township and many acres of state land! Upon arriving you can explore the shores just below the lighthouse - there can intriguing iceberg islands forming at the edge of the water on the cold winter days. After taking in some views of West Bay and the lighthouse, head into the ...

Mission Point Lighthouse

Mission Point Lighthouse is situated between the East and West Grand Traverse Bays, about 20 minutes north of downtown Traverse City. This historic lighthouse offers stunning views of Grand Traverse Bay in Lake Michigan. There is a parking lot located a few hundred feet away where visitors can park their cars. The lighthouse includes exhibits and a museum among other things for visitors to exp...

Camp on South Manitou Island

South Manitou Island is situated off of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Lake Michigan. The island is only accessible by a two-hour ferry ride, which leaves once a day from Leeland.Upon arriving at the island boat dock, you'll soon realize this isn't an ordinary experience. South Manitou is designed for back-country camping and does not allow vehicles or motorized transportation on...

Paddle Board Lake Michigan from Leland Harbor

For a day on the water, off the shores of Lake Michigan head to Leland. Park in the marina and load onto your paddle boards from the boat ramp. You'll quickly find your way out of the marina, in which you can head right, left or to open water. Either way you'll find accessible beaches and clear sand on the waters bottom. Heading right out of the marina you'll find a private beach, heading left ...

Explore Grand Traverse Lighthouse

Details

Description

Download the Outbound mobile app

Features

Explore Grand Traverse Lighthouse Reviews

Leave No Trace

Nearby

Camp at Fisherman's Island State Park

Hike Old Mission Peninsula Park

Mission Point Lighthouse

Camp on South Manitou Island

Paddle Board Lake Michigan from Leland Harbor

North Manitou Island Loop

Discover

Community

Company

Follow Us

Mobile Apps