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Mackinac-Island
, also called Mackinaw Island, is one of the most unique places in the whole country. Located on Lake Huron between Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas, Mackinac Island is a virtual Victorian era theme park. No cars are allowed on the island, transportation is limited to horse & buggy or bicycle. (The island is reached by ferry from nearby Mackinaw City or St. Ignace.) As soon as you step off the ferry, you have entered a village that looks much as it would have in the early 20th century. Main Street is lined with gift shops, art galleries, boutiques and restaurants. The Victorian architecture, carriages and blue water of Lake Huron creates an unbelievable picture - so don't forget your camera. Mackinac Island, in fact, was the setting for the romantic movie, "Somewhere in Time," starring Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour. The island is eighty- percent State Park and walking and carriage tours are available, with hiking, biking and horseback riding being some of the other activities favored by visitors. Shopping and dining are part of the overall experience of Mackinac Island, where everything from local pubs and taverns to world-class restaurants featuring an array of European dishes are available. The island is also home to three National Historic Sites and an outdoor family waterpark. In 1999, Conde Nast Traveler placed Mackinac Island in the "World's Twenty Most Beautiful Islands," for scenery and environment.
Surrounding areas: St Ignace, Michigan (4.8 mi), Mackinaw City, Michigan (7.8 mi), Carp Lake, Michigan (15.1 mi), Les Cheneaux Islands, Michigan (15.9 mi), Cedarville, Michigan (16.4 mi), Cheboygan, Michigan (16.8 mi), Mullett Lake, Michigan (23.3 mi)
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Mackinac Island Vacation Rentals
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Mackinac Island Hotels and Resorts
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| | | Hotels & Motels |
| Lake View Hotel | 1 Huron St | Mackinac Island, MI | | (906) 847-3384 | | Thunderbird Motor Inn | 10 S State St | ST Ignace, MI | 4.3 mi. | (906) 643-8900 | | Comfort Inn Beachside | 927 N State St | ST Ignace, MI | 4.9 mi. | (906) 643-7733 | | Holiday Inn Express | 965 North State St | St Ignace, MI | 4.9 mi. | (800) 906-0201 | | Quality Inn Lakefront | 1021 N State St | ST Ignace, MI | 5.0 mi. | (906) 643-7581 | | Days Inn Lakefront & Suites | 1067 North State St | St Ignace, MI | 5.2 mi. | (906) 643-8008 | | Days Inn St Ignace | 1074 North State St | St Ignace, MI | 5.2 mi. | (906) 643-7777 | | Aurora Borealis Motor Inn | 635 W US 2 | ST Ignace, MI | 6.3 mi. | (906) 643-7488 | | Rodeway Inn | 750 W US 2 | ST Ignace, MI | 6.3 mi. | (906) 643-8511 | | Quality Inn | 913 Blvd Dr | St Ignace, MI | 6.3 mi. | (906) 643-9700 | | Super 8 Motel - Mackinaw City | 601 N Huron | Mackinaw City, MI | 7.3 mi. | (231) 436-5252 | | Holiday Inn Express | 364 Louvingney St | Mackinaw City, MI | 7.4 mi. | (231) 436-7100 | | Baymont Inn & Suites-mackinaw City | 109 S Nicolet St | Mackinaw City, MI | 7.5 mi. | (231) 436-7737 | | Days Inn Mackinac Bridge | 206 N Nicolet St | Mackinaw City, MI | 7.5 mi. | (231) 436-8961 | | Econo Lodge At The Bridge - Mackinaw City | 412 N Nicolet | Mackinaw City, MI | 7.5 mi. | (231) 436-5026 | | Ramada Inn Convention Center | 450 S Nicolet | Mackinaw City, MI | 7.5 mi. | (231) 436-5535 | | Clarion Hotel | 701 South Huron St | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-5539 | | Comfort Suites Lakeview | 720 S Huron Ave | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-5929 | | Days Inn- Lakeside | 825 S Huron St | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-5557 | | Econo Lodge Bay View | 712 S Huron | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-5777 | | Econo Lodge Lakeside - Mackinaw City | 519 S Huron | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-7111 | | Embers Motel & Restaurant | 810 S Huron | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-5773 | | Hampton Inn Of Mackinaw City | 726 S Huron | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-7829 | | Northpointe Inn | 1027 S Huron St | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-9812 | | Ramada Ltd Waterfront | 723 S Huron Ave | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.2 mi. | (231) 436-5055 | | Travelodge | 150 Old US 31 | Mackinaw City, MI | 8.4 mi. | (231) 436-7900 | | Comfort Inn - Cedarville | 210 W SR-134 | Cedarville, MI | 15.6 mi. | (906) 484-2266 | | Best Western Inn-river Terrace | 847 S Main St | Cheboygan, MI | 17.7 mi. | (231) 627-5688 | | Clearwater Hotel & Condominiums | 5400 SHR Rd | Brevort, MI | 22.7 mi. | (906) 292-5506 | | Holiday Inn Express | 1600 US 31 N | Pellston, MI | 22.9 mi. | (231) 539-7000 |
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Mackinac Island Weather & Climate
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Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula enjoys moderate summers and cold winters. For decades, visitors have been coming to this area to escape the summer heat and enjoy the cooling effect of the lake breezes. The Lakes affect all areas of the weather, and summers tend to be sunny as the cool water of the Lakes chill the air near the earth's surface, producing a stable atmosphere. In winter, the area becomes a wonderland of ice and snow, with an average of between 40-70 inches of snow, depending on location. Rainfall in upper Michigan is generally around 30 inches per year, with occasional thunderstorms in spring and summer. Autumn is sunny with mild days and cool nights - too cold for swimming, but just right for other activities such as fall color tours, antiquing, golfing, and exploring the lake-studded countryside.
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High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
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| January |
24°F |
12°F |
1.68 in. |
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| February |
26°F |
11°F |
1.01 in. |
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| March |
35°F |
20°F |
1.60 in. |
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| April |
46°F |
31°F |
2.00 in. |
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| May |
59°F |
42°F |
2.44 in. |
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| June |
69°F |
52°F |
2.51 in. |
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| July |
75°F |
59°F |
2.72 in. |
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| August |
74°F |
59°F |
2.58 in. |
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| September |
65°F |
51°F |
3.09 in. |
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| October |
53°F |
41°F |
2.89 in. |
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| November |
40°F |
31°F |
2.39 in. |
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| December |
30°F |
20°F |
1.62 in. |
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Mackinac Island Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Pellston Regional Of Emmet County airport (PLN) located about 21 miles southwest of Mackinac Island in Pellston, Michigan, the Chippewa County International airport (CIU) located approximately 27 miles northeast of Mackinac Island in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, the Otsego County airport (GLR) located roughly 58 miles south of Mackinac Island in Gaylord, Michigan, and finally the Alpena County Regional airport (APN) located around 74 miles southeast of Mackinac Island in Alpena, Michigan.
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Mackinac Island Attractions
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| | | Golf Courses |
| Wawashkamo Golf Club | Mackinac Island | MI | | | | St Ignace Golf & Country Club | Saint Ignace | MI | 4.5 mi. | | | Mackinaw Club | Carp Lake | MI | 13.5 mi. | | | Hessel Ridge Golf Course | Hessel | MI | 13.6 mi. | | | Wilderness Golf Course | Carp Lake | MI | 14.9 mi. | | | Les Cheneaux Club & Golf Link | Cedarville | MI | 16.4 mi. | | | Cheboygan Golf & Country Club | Cheboygan | MI | 16.8 mi. | | | Mullett Lake Country Club | Mullett Lake | MI | 21.6 mi. | | | Munoscong Golf Club | Pickford | MI | 23.5 mi. | | | Hidden River Golf & Casting Club | Brutus | MI | 26.9 mi. | | | Maple Ridge Golf Club | Brutus | MI | 26.9 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Nubs Nob | Harbor Springs | MI | 34.8 mi. | | | Boyne USA Resorts | Boyne Falls | MI | 50.1 mi. | | | Treetops Sylvan | Gaylord | MI | 57.9 mi. | | | Shanty Creek | Bellaire | MI | 67.4 mi. | | | Sugar Loaf Resort | Cedar | MI | 90.3 mi. | | | The Homestead Resort | Glen Arbor | MI | 93.9 mi. | | | Crystal Mountain | Thompsonville | MI | 112.9 mi. | | | Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort | Cadillac | MI | 117.7 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Mackinac Island State Park | | MI | 0.4 mi. | | | Straits State Park | | MI | 4.2 mi. | | | Fort Michilimackinac State Park | | MI | 7.7 mi. | | | Michilimackinac State Park | | MI | 7.7 mi. | | | Wilderness State Park | | MI | 16.2 mi. | | | Aloha State Park | | MI | 25.8 mi. | | | De Tour State Park | | MI | 30.6 mi. | | | Burt Lake State Park | | MI | 32.8 mi. | | | Onaway State Park | | MI | 35.6 mi. | | | Brimley State Park | | MI | 37.9 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Mackinac State Historic Parks | Mackinac Island | MI | | (History) | |
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