Posted on September 26th, 2017
Enjoy the spectacular views from the top of the Mackinac Bridge with all its fall splendor during the 9th Annual Mackinac Bridge Fall Color Run on Saturday, October 7. The first half of the race is a steady incline with a slope of 5º, with the total length of the course is 5.06 miles.
The race begins at 7a… READ MORE
Posted on August 30th, 2017Highway, Ramp & Bridge Closures in Effect in the Straits of Mackinac Area During 60th Annual Labor Day Mackinac Bridge WalkTraffic Updates Available via Text from Mackinac Bridge Authority
As many as 60,000 people are expected to converge in the Straits of Mackinac Monday, September 4 to take… READ MORE
Posted on August 24th, 2017
Mackinaw City is considered the “Crossroads of the Great Lakes” for good reason – it is central to dozens of unique locations and activities along both the Lake Michigan and Lake Huron shorelines, as well as the vast woods and waters of both the Upper and Lower Peninsulas. This autumn, bring th… READ MORE
Posted on August 15th, 2017
Dozens of the finest craft beer and wines will be served at Conkling Heritage Park, along the shores of Lake Huron, on Saturday, September 9 during the 2nd Annual Mackinaw City Beer & Wine Festival.
Festivities run from 1-10pm, with $5 admission including a tasting glass and 2 tasting drink tick… READ MORE
Posted on August 2nd, 2017
Michigan has more lighthouse than any other state (at nearly 120) and the Straits area is home to more than a dozen of these historic navigational aids. You’re invited to celebrate National Lighthouse Day (August 7) in the heart of the Great Lakes.
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse: Constructed in 18… READ MORE
Posted on July 27th, 2017
Michigan is the self-proclaimed “Great Beer State” and for good reason. There are more than 300 microbreweries around the state, producing thousands of craft beers that are perfect for sampling no matter the season.
Mackinac Island Brewhouse & Winery, located inside Mackinaw Bay Tradi… READ MORE
Posted on July 12th, 2017
Each Labor Day, tens of thousands of pedestrians from Michigan and beyond gather in the Straits of Mackinac to take part in one of the state’s most significant annual events: The Mackinac Bridge Walk. This year’s event will take place on Monday, September 4.
2017 WALK DETAILS:
Posted on July 7th, 2017By Scott Winters
As a child, one of my family’s favorite places to visit for vacation was the area around the Straits of Mackinac.
My father was one of those travelers that would have the station wagon packed the night before, and we’d get up in the middle of the night so that we could hit the… READ MORE
Posted on June 26th, 2017
The Ford Motor Company rolled its first Mustang off the assembly line in 1964 and this classic muscle car remains one of the most iconic vehicles on the road today. More than 100 cars are expected to gather on Saturday, July 15 for the 4th Annual Mackinaw City Mustang Stampede to be held at Conkling Heri… READ MORE
Posted on June 16th, 2017A conversation with Mary Stewart Adams, Director – The Headlands Dark Sky ParkFor visitors coming to the Mackinaw Area and may have never heard of a “Dark Sky Park,” what is it and what should they expect?
A Dark Sky Park is an area of land over which the night sky has been protected from light poll… READ MORE
