Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island has a year-round population of about 600 people, some of whom live in the busy tourist district of downtown. During the season, the daily population of Mackinac Island swells to 15,000 people. Hundreds of thousands of tourists visit this small Michigan island on Lake Huron each year to experience the walking city, the history, the famous fudge, and the unique resort flair. The entire island is a National Historic Landmark, and significant efforts to preserve it have been made, including a ban on almost all motorized vehicles.

Visitors to Mackinac Island enjoy the novelty of being in a peaceful setting free of the chaos caused by motorized vehicles. This makes it a popular Michigan resort town. The island has a variety of terrain and wildlife, including a marine state park, forest, limestone formations, a variety of birds, and a beautiful coastline. Spend a night at the resort, taking in the diverse architectural styles and visiting the downtown shopping and restaurant areas. A virtual trip back in time, enjoy the peace and try some of their famous fudge made right on the island. This is the place to go if you want to disconnect from modern, everyday life.