Historic Fishtown Harbor, Leland

A Preserved Fishing Village

Historic Fishtown is one of the last working fishing villages on the Great Lakes, its weathered gray shanties and net-drying docks lining the banks of the Carp River. This live webcam captures the enduring character of a place that has anchored Leland for more than a century.

The Carp River Channel

The camera looks out over the narrow channel where the Carp River meets Lake Michigan, framing fishing boats and pleasure craft tied along the docks. The tranquil water and a small dam at the river mouth give the scene its distinctive rhythm.

Leelanau Peninsula Waterfront

Set on the Leelanau Peninsula, the view stretches past the shanties to the open horizon of Lake Michigan. The picturesque waterfront and a riverside dining deck make this one of the most beloved corners of northern Michigan.