Mackinac Island Vacation Planning Checklist
- Like any trip, knowing what to pack is vital. Summer months on Mackinac Island call for shorts and t-shirts, but we’d recommend throwing a sweatshirt and jeans into your suitcase as well for late night strolls and bicycle rides through the delightful lake breeze. What to pack when visiting Mackinac Island
- Plotting your food strategy before arriving is another good idea. Mackinac Island is full of diverse restaurants, bars and cafes to please any palate. Take a look at this guide to see what all is available. That way when your stomach growls, you have a good idea of where to go. And if you’re staying in a suite with a kitchen, you should know that Doud’s Market on Main Street carries all the ingredients to prepare and cook your own meals. You can also stock up there for a magical Mackinac Island picnic. 9 absolutely stunning places for a picnic on Mackinac Island
- Formulating a game plan for activities is also beneficial. While it's totally fine to amble around Mackinac Island exploring trails and discovering fascinating rock formations, you can make the most of your experience with some advance adventure planning. For example, there are several tours that can make the Mackinac Island experience even more enchanting. Horse-drawn carriage rides take you on narrated tours through downtown to Surrey Hill, Arch Rock and beyond. Meanwhile, Mackinac Island walking tours provide an insider’s perspective on everything from Victorian cottages lining the bluff to the hidden gems of Mackinac Island's unique environment. 5 things to do the first (0r next) time you visit Mackinac Island