horse and carriage down the street in fall, trees on the island are starting to change

Mackinac Island

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For centuries, visitors have found this national landmark to be the ideal vacation spot. No cars. No chain hotels. Just world-famous Mackinac Island Fudge, historic Fort Mackinac, unique shopping and diverse dining. Unforgettable sunsets, awe-inspiring sunrises and over 70 miles of hiking and biking trails befit our ranking as the #1 Island in the Continental U.S. as named by Travel & Leisure Magazine. ​Start planning your trip to Mackinac Island…the Jewel of the Great Lakes.

 

USA Today names Mackinac Island "No. 3 Best Fall Travel Destination" for 2023.

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Plan Your 2023 Stay on Mackinac Island

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8.2 Mile Trek Around Mackinac Island

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Just ferry boats arriving at the dock. Horse-drawn carriages and tandem bicycles rolling through town. Molten fudge layered on marble slabs.

A new travel season is dawning on Mackinac Island with unforgettable sunsets and all the familiar sights and sounds, from the soothing clip-clop of horse hooves to the boom of cannon fire at Fort Mackinac.

 

For more information:
Mackinac Island Tourism
Historic Downtown Mackinac
West Michigan Tourist Association
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