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State park · Mackinac Island, Michigan
Mackinac Island State Park
A park covering about 80% of the island, with forests, trails, Fort Holmes and the roughly 13 km road around the coast.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Mackinac Island State Park
Mackinac Island State Park was created in 1895 and, from 1875 to 1895, the island served as the United States’ second national park. It covers about 80% of the island, with maple and cedar forests, limestone cliffs and dozens of kilometers of car-free trails and roads.
M-185, about 13 km long, circles the entire coast and is the only state highway in the United States without motor vehicles, traveled by bicycle, on foot or by carriage. Along the way are Arch Rock, the pebble beach at British Landing and formations like the Devil’s Kitchen.
Inland, Fort Holmes occupies the island’s highest point with views of the strait, and formations like the Sugar Loaf appear among the trees.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day to a full day.
Best time
From May to October; early morning the lakeside road has fewer cyclists.
How to get there
The trails and the lakeside road start a few minutes’ walk from the center and the docks.
Tip
Bicycles can be rented near the docks; bring water, as there are few places to buy supplies outside the center. There is no park entrance fee.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Mackinac Island State Park
Can you walk around Mackinac Island?
Yes, the lakeside road is about 13 km and can be walked in three to four hours with stops.
What is there to see in Mackinac Island State Park?
Arch Rock, Fort Holmes, the Sugar Loaf, British Landing and the forest trails.
Do you have to pay to enter Mackinac Island State Park?
There is no park entrance fee; Fort Mackinac requires a separate ticket.