In a sense, Mackinac Island closes for the year when the ferry boats stop their regular daily schedule of passenger trips at the end of October. From November into the following April, the 500 or so year-round residents of Mackinac Island are left to themselves to enjoy the offseason. But since more…
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Mackinac Island is the USA’s Best Summer Travel Destination. One of the country’s Best Places to Visit for Fall. And the No. 1 Best Island in the Continental U.S. Tourists love Mackinac Island! And the same incredible features that attract leisure travelers to the Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes also…
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Constance Fenimore Woolson grew up in Cleveland. She fell to her death in Italy. And her family has ties to the New York town that’s home to Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame. Yet, Michigan’s Mackinac Island is where there’s a memorial to the author who penned the 19 th -century novel, “Anne.” On a…
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In December, Mackinac Island becomes a winter wonderland, embracing the quiet beauty of the season amidst its usually bustling landscapes. From November through April, Mackinac Island transforms in the winter off season to a different place compared to the sunshine and summer energy the island is…
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After Mackinac Island's iconic Halloween Weekend at the end of October, the ferry boats reduce their schedules and tourist traffic slows significantly. But just because Mackinac Island is the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination doesn’t mean it’s not a great place to visit in the winter, too. In…
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Covering 4 square miles, Mackinac Island is relatively small. Small enough that one of the joys of visiting the island is being able to ride a bike all the way around. But what is now Mackinac Island actually used to be much, much smaller. In fact, the land at one time was almost entirely covered by…
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One of the many unique places to go while visiting Mackinac Island is British Landing. For starters, it has a fascinating history (more on that later). It’s also incredibly scenic and has a lot of fun things to do. Yet, because it’s located near the northern tip of the island about halfway around…
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Mackinac Island is less than four square miles, yet it offers more than 70 miles of trails. Good for hiking, biking and even horseback riding, the trails crisscross Mackinac Island running along bluffs, over hills, and through the thick canopy of the forest. While you’re out exploring you might hear…
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You've convinced yourself, your spouse, your family - whomever - that it’s time to book a Mackinac Island getaway. Now, where do you start? Here's a quick rundown of things you need to know when planning a trip to Mackinac Island: Mackinac Island Lodging Like any trip, lodging is a nice starting…
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For nearly half the year, Mackinac Island goes into hibernation – or so it may seem to people who visit the beautiful and historic Michigan travel destination in the spring, summer or fall. For sure, winter is a quieter time, when the 500-some people who live year round on Mackinac Island refuel…
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