ALL THINGS HORSES
A narrated, horse-drawn carriage tour is the iconic Mackinac Island activity. Yet, it’s just one of many equine activities to enjoy in a land that has been car-free forever. You can go horseback riding on a guided or unguided tour, rent a private carriage for an intimate ride, even drive your own horse and buggy! Or you can visit with the horses in the barn and find a new friend. Plus, Mackinac Island is home to two museums showcasing antique carriages.
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Benjamin Blacksmith Shop
Originally built in the 1880s, Robert Benjamin and later his son, Herbert, ran a blacksmith shop into the 1960s. The contents of the shop were moved to the reconstructed building…
Carriage Tours
The official tour of Mackinac State Park, offering narrated tours through downtown to Surrey Hills, Arch Rock, Fort Mackinac and Grand Hotel. Carriage tours depart regularly from the office across…
Cindy’s Riding Stable
For guided and unguided trail riding, Cindy’s Riding Stable is the place to take the reins. Tour Mackinac Island via horseback. Beginners and novices alike will enjoy the ride!
Gough Livery Carriages
Riding in your own private carriage with an informed tour guide for a more intimate way to see Mackinac Island. Tours available daily.
Grand Hotel Stable & Carriage Museum
The Grand Stables, located minutes away from the hotel near Surrey Hill and just across from Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory, is free of charge and open to all Mackinac…
Jack’s Livery Stable
Jack’s Livery Stable offers Drive Your Own Buggies for cruising the shoreline and throughout areas of Mackinac Island State Park. Buggies are available for two, four, or six passengers and…
Mackinac Horseman’s Association and Community Equestrian Center
Mackinac Horsemen’s Association provides Horseback Riding and Carriage Driving Lessons. Lessons include a safe, educational three-hour Introduction to Riding, or hourly private, semi-private and group lessons at the Mackinac Community…
Mackinac Island Taxi
Radio dispatched horse drawn taxis available 24-hours a day, in season. Standard fares per person.
Surrey Hills Carriage Museum
An antique carriage museum that features a working blacksmith shop, Surrey Hills lets you explore and learn about carriages. Three shops offer food, gifts, and souvenirs. There is a picnic…
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Happy Fourth of July weekend! Stop in to see our Red, White, and Blue's 🇺🇸 Our owner is showing off hers in a Gabby Isabella dress.
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Mission Point Resort expansive lobby, Mackinac Island. Desk area on left & main entrance in the distant center.
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We had an absolute blast at Mackinac's Got Talent! Congratulations to ALL who participated and demonstrated how incredibly talented our island community truly is. Thank you to our judges, producers, sponsors, supporters, and of course all who came out to see the show! We can't wait for the finals on August 25!
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Thank you katharinerose.photography for these stunning shots!
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Feature Cocktail: Summer in Time
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We are open and ready for the 4th of July weekend! Stop in and see us!
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Open for breakfast 9-10:30 daily
Open for lunch 11-8 daily
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Sneak peek of yesterday’s senior portrait session with Zoiya at the Grand Hotel!🌸🎓🌼
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4th of July weekend has begun! Stop in and see us 9:30-9 daily!🇺🇸
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No trip to Mackinac Island is complete without fudge!📷:foodiegaladventures
Fun fact: There are 13 fudge shops on Mackinac, and they're making so much fudge that the island imports 10 tons of sugar per week!
✌🏽💕🍦 Peace Love & Ice Cream ✌🏽💕🍦
The freezer has been repaired and the mall shop is as cool as ever. Stop in and get the scoop!
Planning on being up in the U.P. for Independence Day, aye?
I made a list of fireworks and festivals so you don't have to!
Be sure to check out the full list of events because the pictures only list the day of the fireworks. Some celebrations last all weekend long!
Full post here: https://searraliggett.com/blog/2022/6/30/the-complete-list-of-4th-of-july-festivals-in-the-upper-peninsula
Not on Mackinac Island?
Like, follow, and tag 2 friends who love Mackinac for a chance to win one of 5 bundles of buttons! (Winners will be randomly selected on July 5.)
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Hide and Seek is back again!
I hope you’ll want to play,
and find a mini Mackinac painting
on Independence Day!
Hide & Seek begins on July 4th.
Clues coming soon!🎨❤️🎨
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It's July and that means Yacht Races are right around the corner! Stop in and try our Big AFT Double IPA. This double IPA is loaded with Citra Hops for a nice citrus finish. Available on draft and in 16-ounce cans for carryout in our restaurant and gift shop!⛵️🐢🍺
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All checked in to missionpointresort for 4th of July Weekend on mackinacisle — Michigan’s Crown Jewel and one of our favorite places ever 💙 This is Brooks’ first trip to the island!
Yesterday he got to experience many “firsts” so I’ll highlight a few:
- rode the sheplersferry over to the island which is the only way you can get to the island
- hitched a ride on a horse-drawn taxi to missionpointresort (no cars or any form of motorized transportation is allowed on the island)
- played on iconic The Great Lawn and took in the amazing views of Lake Huron while lounging on the Adirondack chairs
Day 2, we’re ready for ya 😍
▪️bow tie: shopcoastandcove // Brooks10
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Life in a northern town
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Sunsets and solitude found ☀️ I take a deep exhale and feel the wave take my cares away every time I look at this photo.
The Lilac Festival on Mackinac Island was a few weeks ago, but the lilacs were still in full bloom and just as fragrant. 💟🤍☮️
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Today we are highlighting one of our favorite brands, Cino! These pretty button ups can be dressed up and down, in multiple styles, as seen on our lovely associates. Stop in & check out over 20 patterns! As a bonus, they are 25% off! 😊
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