Living in Michigan provides endless opportunities for photography. From dramatic shorelines and changing seasons to waterfalls and forests, there is always something new to discover. But few subjects capture the spirit and history of the Great Lakes quite like its lighthouses.

Michigan is home to more lighthouses than any other state, with over 120 lights standing watch along its shores. Many more can be found across the lakes in neighboring Wisconsin. These historic beacons have guided mariners for generations and remain some of the most iconic landmarks in the region.

This collection celebrates the lighthouses of the Great Lakes and the unique landscapes that surround them. No matter where you travel in the region, you're never too far from a light guiding ships—and photographers—home.

Great Lakes Lighthouses