Mackinac Island, MI
Mackinac Island: A Hiker’s Paradise
With narrow, rock-strewn paths up to refreshing water views and ancient trails through the woods to legendary rock formations forged eons ago, Mackinac Island is full of beautiful surprises around every turn. What a joy it is for the adventurer in you to step outside of town and into the forested wilderness of Mackinac Island State Park! Come explore the island’s quietest corners and discover its most stunning sights the way Mackinac’s original inhabitants did – on foot.
Island Experiences You Will Love
Encounter Sugar Loaf
Ascend to Fort Holmes
See Arch Rock
Wiggle through the Crack in the Island
Walk the Botanical Trail
See Skull Cave
Go on a Guided Hike
Chart Your Course
Even during the busiest weekends of summer, the wilderness of Mackinac Island State Park offers you the chance to escape into your own personal wonderland of natural beauty. You only need take advantage of your freedom to lace up your shoes and go explore! Whether you want to discover historical markers such as Anne’s Tablet and the Somewhere in Time Gazebo, make your way up to Wings of Mackinac butterfly conservatory and the picnic tables at Fort Holmes, or enjoy a leisurely stroll through downtown or walk all 8.2 miles around the Great Turtle’s outer rim, there’s so much to see and do on foot around Mackinac Island!
START PLANNING
Now that you have an idea of which highlights to hike to, figure out when you want to visit Mackinac Island, where you’d like to stay, and how you’re going to get here. Use the links below to plan an adventure you’ll remember forever.
Other experiences you might like:
With more than 70 miles of trails to explore, your feet may need a break. And when they do, you can hop in a kayak and explore Mackinac Island from the water. Or saddle up for a trail ride on horseback. Or pedal the many paths by bicycle. There’s lots of outdoor adventure to have on Mackinac Island.
