Mission Point Lighthouse in Traverse City

Traverse City is a treasure trove of little discoveries one of which is the Mission Point Lighthouse situated 17 miles north of the city on Old Mission Point. Built in 1870, it is still possible to climb the skinny little steps to the top and be rewarded with a delightful view.  Decommissioned in 1933, the township purchased it and it has been maintained by caretakers and volunteers. Painted white with black trim, this iconic symbol is surrounded by Lighthouse Park with its many hiking trails.

Old Mission General Store

You're in for a shocking treat when you enter the Old Mission General Store on Old Mission Point north of Traverse City. The business has been there since 1850 and things sure haven't changed much. Swarms of people were hanging out everywhere you turned in this part antiques, part deli, part grocery store. Open every day at 8am to 9pm with the same old post office, too.

Traverse City's North Peak Brewing Company

A brewery located in an 1899  former candy factory? That's exactly what you'll find in North Peak Brewing Company in Traverse City. They not only make excellent beers like Diabolical, Sinuous, Siren, Archangel and Vicious, but they also are keen on serving really good food. We loved the pulled pork nachos ;}.  Those two combos plus exceedingly great ambiance make it a fantastic brewery. They also brew beers up on Old Mission Point north of the city. That's where we took these photos.  Yummy.