location-photo
camera
len
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens
Shutter Speed
1/200 sec
Aperture
f/9
Focal Length
70mm
ISO
100

West Fischer Service Drive view of Ambassador Bridge & Blue Porsche

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@haydenscott
Capture the busiest international border crossing in North America — connecting Michigan and Canada — accentuated by a pop of vibrant colors passing along this service drive.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Telephoto lens (70mm)
  • Car

How to get there

N42° 19' 10.0308"W83° 04' 58.9296"
This image was taken at the junction of 24th Street and West Fischer Service Drive, looking south toward Ambassador Bridge. You can park for free on 24th Street and then reference the GPS to stand at the exact spot where I stood.

Tips

When to go

Best season

All months

Best time

Sunrise, Morning, Mid-day, Late afternoon, Sunset
As long as it's not snowing, you can find similar conditions along the West Fischer Service Drive. Try coming in the warmer months when the weather is more pleasant.
I recommend visiting when the light isn't harsh, either in the morning or late in the day. Or, any time during the day if it's cloudy.

Field tips

Try using a telephoto lens (70mm) to make the distant tower and bridge appear closer to the road in the foreground.
Get creative with your foreground subject. You could use a prop or a vibrant colored car. The pop of color will draw the eye to the center of the photo.
Walk along the West Service Fischer Drive for other interesting angles of the bridge.

Current weather

Detroit, Michigan
Partially cloudy
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Wed
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Thu
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Sat
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Sun
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Blue Hour

10:45
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Partially cloudy

Sunrise

11:13
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Partially cloudy

Golden Hour

23:22
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Partially cloudy

Sunset

23:59
45o
Partially cloudy

Do nearby

Visit Michigan's oldest Mexican restaurant — the Mexican Village Restaurant for some authentic cuisine.
Address: Mexican Village Restaurant, 2600 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216

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