New renovations have kept the historic Point Reyes Lighthouse shining bright after 150 years.
Known as "the Gibraltar of the West Coast," the fort had a lighthouse that served as a beacon in the San Francisco Bay harbor.
Lighthouses on the Apostle Islands helped ships navigate the treacherous waters of Lake Superior over the years.
The clear waters, coral reefs, white sandy beaches, lush green hills, and historic ruins are home to thriving island culture and wildlife.
This is an important nesting beach for the endangered Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle. The park continues to work hard to save the species.
Behind the sand beaches and high bluffs surrounding Lake Michigan, lie deep forests and a rich, centuries old maritime culture.
