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 fact, there are unique experiences on Mackinac …
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 M-185 from …
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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 the sounds of the birds, …
Did you know that Mackinac Island is home to the oldest baseball field in all of Michigan? Or that the waters around Mackinac Island offer some the best fishing in the Great Lakes? Because historic historic Fort Mackinac looms high on the bluffs, Mackinac Island often is identified with its military past. But the lives …
A summer day on Mackinac Island is something from a dream: Rich history, horse-drawn carriage tours, legendary rock formations, endless trails through Mackinac Island State Park and, of course, world-famous 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 …
Just like getting to Mackinac Island is part of the adventure, getting around Mackinac Island once you arrive is also part of the fun. As a car-free destination, Mackinac Island runs on real horsepower. In fact, horses go hand in hand – or shall we say hoof in hoof – with Mackinac Island, just like …
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Here’s a tip: Of all the things that stand out on Mackinac Island, exceptional customer service is right there at the top of the list. It’s natural for visitors to show gratitude to the workers who make their experience truly one of a kind. Yet, because Mackinac Island is so unique, you might come across …
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 landmarks such as Arch Rock and Devil’s Kitchen along the …
Like a lot of islands, Mackinac Island has beautiful sunsets. It also offers an added bonus that you only get to see in this part of the world: The sun setting into a horizon accented by the mighty Mackinac Bridge. That’s one of many reasons that Mackinac Island consistently ranks as one of the best …
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As the crisp fall air sweeps across the Straits, Mackinac Island visitors are greeted with a tapestry of vibrant foliage, painting the landscape in hues of red, orange, and gold. Whether you enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through Mackinac Island State Park or a leisurely bike ride along the Mackinac Island shoreline, visiting Mackinac Island …
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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