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Little Traverse Lighthouse

🇺🇸Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Little Traverse Lighthouse

The Little Traverse Light stands on Harbor Point within Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula. This structure was designed with a focal height of 12 meters. It is situated on the north side of the Little Traverse Bay of Lake Michigan. The lighthouse is no longer operational. Its location is near Harbor Springs.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the entrance to the harbor at Harbor Springs.

Background
The Little Traverse Light is located in Emmet County in the U.S. state of Michigan on the north side of the Little Traverse Bay of Lake Michigan on Harbor Point in West Traverse Township near Harbor Springs, Michigan. It marks the entrance to the harbor at Harbor Springs.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
12m

References & Identifiers

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Location

City
Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
45.4195°
Longitude
-84.9779°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Little Traverse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Little Traverse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Harbor Springs at 0.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include PETOSKEY (2.6 NM SSE), Alanson (8.2 NM E), Boyne City (12.4 NM S), CHARLEVOIX (13.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Little Traverse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Little Traverse Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Little Traverse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Little Traverse Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.