Taking a narrated horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island is a must for first-time visitors. You’ll get the lay of the land and take a look at some of the most popular sights, from Grand Hotel to Fort Mackinac to Arch Rock. Yet, a carriage can only take you so far into the rugged interior …
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Does Mackinac Island have an airport? The short answer, yes. The longer answer: It’s a self-service airport available for regional charter flights or private planes. Major commercial airlines do not land at the Mackinac Island Airport. TIPS FOR FLYING DIRECTLY TO MACKINAC ISLAND Call the airport ahead of time to schedule your trip (906-847-3231). Check …
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A summer day on Mackinac Island is something from a dream. Rich history, horses hauling people and goods, natural features, endless trails and, of course, fudge. But when the tourism season ends and the cold settles in, Mackinac Island becomes a different place. With 500 year-round residents, winter on Mackinac Island is quiet compared to …
One of the best parts of Mackinac Island is you can go exploring and get lost without actually getting lost. (Just make sure you don’t miss the last ferry!) Mackinac Island is over 80% state park and has 70+ miles of trails. You’ll find everything from footpaths through the woods and paved trails along the …
With over 70 miles of trails and 80% of the Island being State Park, it’s safe to say Mackinac Island is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. From hiking and biking to water excursions and horseback riding, Mackinac Island is full of adventure and just waiting to be explored. The best part about being on Mackinac Island …
You may have heard stories about people bicycling all the way around Mackinac Island. Maybe you’ve even done it yourself. It’s an inspiring experience to pedal 8.2 miles with one of the Great Lakes by your side, passing through town and by unique Mackinac Island sights such as Arch Rock and Devil’s Kitchen along the …
If you take a moment and stand still on Mackinac Island, you’ll probably hear a variety of sounds. The sound of horses clip-clopping by. The sound of bicycles whizzing past. The sound of a cannon firing from Fort Mackinac. The sound of water lapping up against the rocks. But if you listen closely, really closely, …
As you approach Mackinac Island, either by ferry or airplane, notice how the landscape changes from a flat exterior to massive bluffs moving inland. Almost like the limestone rock is rising out of the blue water. That’s precisely what the Anishinaabek people thought, that Mackinac Island looked like a turtle shell rising out of the …
It takes a lot of hotels, restaurants, shops and attractions to serve the hundreds of thousands of guests who visit Mackinac Island each year. And it takes a lot more people than Mackinac Island’s 500 year-round residents to run things. That’s why each year Mackinac Island broadcasts to the world a very important two-word message: …
Mackinac Island is home to some of the world’s most incredible sights and some of its most interesting history. Iconic landmarks such as Arch Rock and historic Fort Holmes make for great sight-seeing. Did you know they also can be part of a great workout? You can take in the beauty of Mackinac Island at …
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The jewel of the Great Lakes. Enjoy beautiful vistas, shopping, and carriage rides during the day, and watch the city transform at night with its happening music and bar scene. Mackinac Island has something for everyone.
Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
7274 Main Street
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
(906) 847-3783
www.mackinacisland.org
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